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Biology Question on Microbes in human welfare

Cochineal insects have proved very useful for

A

Cactus prevention

B

Eicchornia prevention

C

weeds control

D

Part hen ium contol.

Answer

Cactus prevention

Explanation

Solution

Extensive growth of Opuntia (Cactus) in Australia was checked through introduction of its natural herbivore, cochineal insect (Cactoblastis cactorum).