Biological Classification And System Of Classification Question 222

Question: Bekanae disease was due to [Wardha 2005]

Options:

A) Fungi toxin

B) Growth homones released by fungal infection

C) Inadequate nutrients

D) Change in photoperiods

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

Bakane disease of rice is caused by Fusarium moniliforme.

The perfect stage of this fungus is Gibberella fujikuroi (ascomycete).

Gibberella produces the plant hormone gibberellin.