Question
Biology Question on Strategies For Enhancement in Food Production
Crop plants grown in monoculture are:
A
low in yield
B
free from intraspecific competition
C
characterised by poor root system
D
highly prone to pests
Answer
highly prone to pests
Explanation
Solution
Monoculture, where a single crop is repeatedly planted in the same field season after season, creates favorable conditions for pests and diseases that target that specific crop. Without crop rotation or diversification, pests that affect that crop can build up in the area, leading to higher pest pressure and potentially reducing yields.
So, the correct option is (D): highly prone to pests