Get Answers to all your Questions

header-bg qa

Name the genus of baculovirus that acts as a biological control agent in spite of being a pathogen. Justify by giving three reasons that make it an excellent candidate for the job.

 

 
 
 
 
 

Answers (1)

Baculoviruses are the pathogens which invade insects and other arthropods and are used as biological control agents. Baculoviruses belong to the genus Vuofeopuichetrovirus. These viruses are used as an extraordinary source for species-specific, narrow spectrum insecticidal purposes.

As they are not harmful to plants, mammals, buds, fishes and on target insects

Posted by

Safeer PP

View full answer

Crack CUET with india's "Best Teachers"

  • HD Video Lectures
  • Unlimited Mock Tests
  • Faculty Support
cuet_ads