Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Biology

Chapter

Microbes in Human Welfare

Question:

Which fungus is commonly used as a biocontrol agent for treating plant diseases?

Options:

Aspergillus

Penicillium

Trichoderma

Rhizobium

Correct Answer:

Trichoderma

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) →Trichoderma

A biological control being developed for use in the treatment of plant disease is the fungus Trichoderma. Trichoderma species are free-living fungi that are very common in the root ecosystems. They are effective biocontrol agents of several plant pathogens.