Which of the following microbes causes citrus canker?

Xanthomonas axonopodis

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Aphthovirus

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Bacillus anthracis

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Solution

The correct option is A Xanthomonas axonopodis
Xanthomonas axonopodis causes citrus canker in lemon plant.
Mode of transmission : Air, water
Symptoms : Lesions on leaves, stems and fruit
Preventive measures/ Treatment : Copper based bactericides can be used

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