Lesson 4.3.1.4
4.3.1.4 Fungal diseases Quiz: AQA Combined Science, Unit 3
20 questions
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The 20 questions
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What are the characteristic leaf symptoms of rose black spot?
- Brown crispy edges
- Yellow mosaic pattern
- White powdery coating
- Purple or black spots
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How does rose black spot disease primarily affect a plant's growth?
- Reduces photosynthesis
- Increases transpiration
- Blocks transpiration
- Stops respiration
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Through which environmental factors is rose black spot spread?
- Water or wind
- Insects or soil
- Direct root contact
- Animal vectors
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Which combination of methods is used to treat rose black spot?
- Fungicides and leaf removal
- Antibiotics and watering
- Pesticides and replanting
- Fertilisers and pruning
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Which type of pathogen causes rose black spot?
- Protist
- Virus
- Fungus
- Bacterium
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Which disease is spread in the environment by wind?
- Rose black spot
- Measles spread
- HIV infection
- Gonorrhoea spread
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What is the main benefit of removing infected rose leaves?
- Increases mineral absorption
- Prevents root rot
- Enhances flower colour
- Reduces fungal spread
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Which treatment class is used against rose black spot?
- Fungicides
- Antibiotics
- Statins
- Vaccines
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What is a key preventative action for a rose plant with black spots?
- Apply extra nitrogen
- Water the leaves
- Remove affected leaves
- Increase shade
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Why do leaves infected with rose black spot drop early?
- Excessive sugar storage
- Reduced photosynthesis
- High humidity levels
- Rapid stem elongation
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Which practice prevents rose black spot from spreading via wind?
- Adding nitrogen fertilizer
- Pruning healthy roots
- Spraying with antibiotics
- Removing infected leaves
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What symptom distinguishes rose black spot from tobacco mosaic virus?
- Wilts stem tissue
- Forms dark spots
- Produces white mildew
- Causes mosaic patterns
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A gardener notices leaves turning yellow and falling. Which disease is most likely?
- Measles infection
- HIV infection
- Salmonella germs
- Rose black spot
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What effect do the purple or black spots on leaves have on plants?
- Reduce photosynthesis
- Increase respiration
- Stop water uptake
- Block mineral absorption
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What is the primary function of a fungicide in plant care?
- Repel insect vectors
- Kill bacterial cells
- Kill viral particles
- Kill fungal pathogens
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What type of chemical is used to treat fungal rose black spot?
- Pesticide
- Antibiotic
- Fungicide
- Herbicide
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Which two environmental factors spread the rose black spot pathogen?
- Water and wind
- Soil and insects
- Light and heat
- Animals and touch
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What type of pathogen causes rose black spot in plants?
- Fungus
- Bacterium
- Virus
- Protist
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Besides using fungicides, how else can rose black spot be controlled?
- Watering more often
- Adding extra fertiliser
- Removing affected leaves
- Pruning plant roots
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How does rose black spot negatively affect plant growth?
- Stops mineral absorption
- Blocks water uptake
- Reduces photosynthesis
- Increases respiration
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