Describe some fungal parasites and pathogens of plants

Question 1

What is a fungal parasite?

Answer 1

A fungal parasite is a type of fungus that derives its nutrients from living host plants, often causing harm to the host.

Question 2

True or False: All fungi are harmful to plants.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The fungal pathogen __________ is known for causing powdery mildew on various crops.

Answer 3

Erysiphe

Question 4

Which fungal pathogen is responsible for the disease known as ‘wheat rust’?

Answer 4

Puccinia triticina

Question 5

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a fungal pathogen of plants? A) Fusarium B) Phytophthora C) Bacillus D) Botrytis

Answer 5

C) Bacillus

Question 6

What disease does the fungus Phytophthora infestans cause?

Answer 6

Late blight of potato and tomato.

Question 7

Fill in the blank: The fungus __________ is commonly associated with root rot in many plant species.

Answer 7

Rhizoctonia

Question 8

Short Answer: Name one way fungal pathogens can be controlled in agriculture.

Answer 8

Crop rotation, use of resistant varieties, or fungicides.

Question 9

True or False: Fungal pathogens can only affect above-ground plant parts.

Answer 9

False

Question 10

What is the primary mode of reproduction for many fungal pathogens?

Answer 10

Spores