The ability of host plant to prevent the pathogen from causing disease which is determined by genetic constitution of the host plant, is called
A
Sensitivity
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B
Resistance
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C
Tolerance
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D
Breeding
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Solution
The correct option is B Resistance Breeding
Breeding is the process of mating male and female organisms to improve the desired characteristics in the offspring. Tolerance
Tolerance is the ability of the plant to withstand the stressful environmental conditions such as salinity, drought and extreme temperature. Sensitivity
Sensitivity is the inability to withstand harsh conditions of the environment like temperature changes, pH changes etc. Resistance
Resistance is one of the major tools of ecological stability. It is the immune capability of every organism to identify and fight against various pathogens or foreign substances. Final answer
(D) Resistance