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    Question

    Damping Off in Papaya is characterized by which of the

    following symptoms?
    A Rotting of the stem near the soil level, leading to wilting and sudden death of young papaya seedlings Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Circular or ring-like spots with a mosaic pattern on leaves and stunted growth. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Brown to black lesions with concentric rings on leaves, stems, and fruits Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Yellow to orange-red powdery pustules on the undersides of leaves and stems. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Damping off in papaya is a common and destructive disease that affects young seedlings. It is caused by various soil-borne pathogens, including fungi like Pythium, Rhizoctonia, and Fusarium.

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