TREE DISEASES AND PESTS
COMMON TREE DISEASES
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Question
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Which of the following are entry points for bacteria?
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mechanical injuries and woulds made by insect feeding
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spores
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stomata and nectaries
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both mechanical injuries, wounds from insect feeding, stomata, and nectaries
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Bacteria and fungi are capable of triggering stomatal closure through pathogen-associated molecular patterns (PAMPs), which prevents penetration through these pores. Therefore, the stomata can be considered part of the plant innate immune response.
Detailed explanation-2: -Its prime function is to exchange the gases by closing and opening the pores in the leaves. It assists in eradicating excess water from the leaves. It removes oxygen and takes in carbon dioxide at the time of photosynthesis. It assists in monitoring the movement of water via transpiration.
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