Georgia standard · Science

`SBO4`Plant Diseases and Pest Impact

Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information to analyze the impact of plant diseases and pests on plant defense systems and agriculture.

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Expectations

SBO4.a
Ask questions based on observational, investigative or research evidence to develop sustainable management strategies for common plant diseases. (Clarification statement: Management strategies and practices could focus on agricultural and landscaping plants.)
SBO4.b
Construct an explanation based on research (i.e., case studies) to evaluate how plant diseases affect humans, animals, and the economy.
SBO4.c
Plan and carry out an investigation to determine how plants respond to insect pests and pathogens, and note the plant defense mechanism. (Clarification statement: Instruction should include diseases caused by common bacteria, viruses, fungi and vectored by insects.)

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