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Choose the correct definition of biocontrol.
BiologyMicrobes in Human WelfareNEET
Options:
  • A Used for developing immunity in the cattle
  • B Use of microbes to control plant diseases
  • C Use of microbes to control cattle diseases
  • D Alteration of defective gene
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Use of microbes to control plant diseases
Biocontrol refers to the use of biological methods for controlling plant diseases and pests. In agriculture, there is a method of controlling pests that relies on natural predation rather than introduced chemicals. A key belief of the organic farmer is that biodiversity furthers health.

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