WAEC Agricultural Science 2001 Question 33

Question 33

Crop Diseases

Which of the following statements is true about the effect of nematodes on plants?

  1. A.The plants wilt
  2. B.Flowering is induced
  3. C.The roots grow faster
  4. D.Leaves develop a mosaic appearance
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (The plants wilt)

Explanation

Damaged roots cannot take up water, so plants wilt.