Question 50
Microorganisms and HealthWhich of the following plant diseases is indicated when grains of cereals are covered with a mass of spores?
- A.Smut
- B.Mosaic
- C.Maize streak
- D.Fungal blast
- E.Rust
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (Smut)
Explanation
In smut disease the grains are replaced by black masses of fungal spores.