Phytophthora infestans causes :

Wilt in tomato

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Blight in potato

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Canker

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Crown gall

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The correct option is B Blight in potato
Late blight of potato and tomato plants are caused by Phytophthora infestans. It infects and destroys the leaves, stems, fruits, and tubers of the plants. Phytophthora infestans belong to the class oomycetes (phycomycetes).

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