NEET Solved Paper 2019 Question 48

Question: Which of the following can be used as a biocontrol agent in the treatment of plant disease? [NEET 5-5-2019]

Options:

A) Anabaena

B) Lactobacillus

C) Trichoderma

D) Chlorella

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

  • A biological control being developed for use in the treatment of plant disease is the fungus is trichoderma trichoderma species are free living fungi that are very common in the root ecosystems. They are effective biocontrol agents of several plant pathogens.