Question 24
Crop DiseasesA fungicide is important in maize production because it
- A.prevents the attack of causative organisms generally
- B.makes maize seeds more viable
- C.assists in the control of corn smut
- D.scares away mammalian pests
- E.prevents the attack by stem borers.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (assists in the control of corn smut)
Explanation
Corn smut is a fungal disease, controlled with fungicides.