WAEC Biology 1988 Question 39

Question 39

Microorganisms and Health

Which of the following are not causative organisms of plant diseases?

  1. A.Fungi
  2. B.Viruses
  3. C.Bacteria
  4. D.Nematodes
  5. E.Cercariae
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: E (Cercariae)

Explanation

Cercariae are larvae of flukes that infect animals; fungi, viruses, bacteria and nematodes all cause plant diseases.