Question

    Which of the following is Bacterial plant

    disease? 
    A Tikka- Groundnut Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Leaf spot- Turmeric Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Citrus- canker Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Head smut - Jowar Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Downy mildew- Grapes Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Citrus canker, caused by the bacterium Xanthomonas citri subsp. citri, affects the leaves, twigs and fruit of citrus plants causing the leaves to drop and unripe fruit to fall to the ground. All types of citrus are affected by the disease. Citrus canker is most severe in hot, wet areas.

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