Plant Diseases and Defences
Identifying common plant diseases, their causes, and how plants defend themselves against pathogens and pests.
Key Questions
- Explain how plants defend themselves against pathogen invasion.
- Analyze the impact of common plant diseases on crop yields and food security.
- Design methods for preventing and treating plant diseases in agricultural settings.
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