Biological Classification And System Of Classification Question 171
Question: In 1943 the causal organism and host of Bengal famine was [BHU 1995; EAMCET 1995]
Options:
A) Wheat rust by Puccinia
B) Blast of rice by Pyricularia oryzae
C) Blast of rice by Xanthomonas oryzae
D) Brown leaf spot of rice by Helminthosporium oryzae
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
Brown leaf sport of rice is a seed born disease, which is caused by Helminthosporium oryzae.