Plant diseases: Detection and identification

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Across
  1. 1. A clustered distribution of diseased plants suggests the disease spreads via this.
  2. 7. When a plant disease spreads in the direction of the wind, it is likely this type.
  3. 8. ____________ Analysis A method used to study how plant diseases spread across a field.
  4. 11. A test using these immune system molecules can help diagnose plant diseases.
  5. 12. Visible _____________ The first step in detecting plant disease in the field.
  6. 13. Technology that can map disease spread across fields from above.
Down
  1. 2. A method where microorganisms are grown to help identify plant pathogens.
  2. 3. If all plants in a field are affected simultaneously, the cause is likely this.
  3. 4. ___________ analysis - A method that identifies pathogens by analysing their genetic code.
  4. 5. Applying pesticides or fertilisers can help determine if the cause is this rather than a pathogen.
  5. 6. This type of examination helps identify fungal spores, bacteria, or viruses in plants.
  6. 9. If diseased plants are found mainly near roads, pollution is a possible cause from these.
  7. 10. Testing soil for this can help identify deficiencies or contamination.