Which of the following is a harmful economic impact of microorganisms on agriculture in the Caribbean?

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Which of the following is a harmful economic impact of microorganisms on agriculture in the Caribbean?

Accepted Answer

Destruction of banana crops by Panama disease caused by Fusarium oxysporum — Fusarium oxysporum, a fungal pathogen, causes Panama disease which has devastated banana plantations across the Caribbean, representing a major harmful economic impact. Options A and B are beneficial roles of microorganisms. Option D is a beneficial economic use of microorganisms in industry.

Answer

Fermentation of sugarcane juice to produce ethanol

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Destruction of banana crops by Panama disease caused by Fusarium oxysporum

Answer

Production of nitrogen compounds in the soil by Rhizobium

Answer

Decomposition of organic matter to release plant nutrients

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