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Which one of the following is linked to the discovery of Bordeaux mixture as a popular fungicide?
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Which one of the following is linked to the discovery of Bordeaux mixture as a popular fungicide?

A.

Bacterial leaf Blight of rice

B.

Downy mildew of grapes

C.

Loose smut of wheat

D.

Black rust of wheat

E.

Answer not known

Correct option is B

Downy mildew of grapes led to Bordeaux mixture discovery.
Farmers used copper-lime mixture to deter thieves.
This unintentionally prevented fungal infection.
It became the first widely used fungicide.
Revolutionized plant disease management.
Still used for many fruit and vegetable crops.

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