Question

    Which mechanism of resistance involves adverse effects on the biology of insects and their progeny due to biochemical and biophysical factors in the host plant?

    A Tolerance Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Antibiosis Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Antixenosis Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Host evasion Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Induced resistance Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Explanation: The correct answer is B) Antibiosis involves adverse effects on the biology of insects and their progeny due to biochemical and biophysical factors in the host plant.

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