Question: _______ is a plant pathogen bacteria
Options:
Shigella
E. Coli
Salmonella
Erwinia
✅Explanation:
-Erwinia is a genus of bacteria belonging to the Enterobacteriaceae family, known for its phytopathogenic nature. Several species within this genus cause various diseases in plants, including fire blight, soft rot, and wilts. They possess virulence factors enabling them to invade plant tissues and cause damage.
-Erwinia is a genus of bacteria belonging to the Enterobacteriaceae family, known for its phytopathogenic nature. Several species within this genus cause various diseases in plants, including fire blight, soft rot, and wilts. They possess virulence factors enabling them to invade plant tissues and cause damage.
📌 Other Options Explanations:
-Option B: E. Coli – While some strains of E. coli can be pathogenic to humans and animals, most are harmless and even beneficial. Certain strains, like E. coli O157:H7, can contaminate food and cause severe illness.
-Option C: Salmonella – Salmonella is a genus of bacteria that causes food poisoning in humans and animals.