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The use of pathogens to control dodder weeds is a


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The use of pathogens to control dodder weeds is a

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A)
Physcial methos
B)
Mechanical method
C)
Biological method
D)
Cultural method

The correct answer is C.

Explanation:

Dodder, (genus Cuscuta), is any leafless, twining, parasitic plant in the morning glory family (Convolvulaceae). The genus contains about 145 twining species that are widely distributed throughout the temperate and tropical regions of the world.

Biological control or biocontrol is a method of controlling pests such as insects, mites, weeds and plant diseases using other organisms such as pathogens in the case of this question. It relies on predation, parasitism, herbivory, or other natural mechanisms, but typically also involves an active human management role.


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  • BIOLOGICAL CONTROL in this type of control PEST are controlled by using their ENEMY,e.g plotting lizard in a farm affected by grasshoppers

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  • Dodder, (genus Cuscuta), is any leafless, twining, parasitic plant in the morning glory family (Convolvulaceae). The genus contains about 145 twining species that are widely distributed throughout the temperate and tropical regions of the world.

    Biological control or biocontrol is a method of controlling pests such as insects, mites, weeds and plant diseases using other organisms such as pathogens in the case of this question. It relies on predation, parasitism, herbivory, or other natural mechanisms, but typically also involves an active human management role.