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Mycology and Phytopathology | Botany for B.Sc. Students : As per NEP 2020 Model Syllabus

Mycology and Phytopathology | Botany for B.Sc. Students : As per NEP 2020 Model Syllabus

Author : B P Pandey

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  • ISBN : 9789364688796
  • Pages : 344
  • Binding : Paperback
  • Language : English
  • Imprint : S Chand Publishing
  • © year : 2025
  • Size : 6.50*9.25

Price : 325.00 260.00

This textbook has been designed to meet the requirements of B.Sc. Second Semester Core IV Botany students for all Odisha State Universities and Colleges under the recommended National Education Policy 2020. It comprehensively covers theory and practical papers, namely, Mycology and Phytopathology.

This text provides students with a comprehensive introduction to the classification, diversity and nutritional requirements of fungi. It explores the life cycles and ecological roles of significant fungal genera, as well as their potential pathogenicity. Students will also discover the beneficial applications of fungi in agriculture and medicine. The practical component is organised systematically to ensure that students develop a solid conceptual understanding and learn essential experimental procedures.

  • Well-labelled diagrams relevant to the topics have been provided for easy understanding of the concepts
  • Engaging chapter-end exercises have been provided for practice
  • Collection of experiments to stimulate interest and aid in learning and memorising the practical aspect of the subject

Theory

Chapter 1: Fungi: An Introduction
Chapter 2: Classification of Fungi
Chapter 3: Zygomycota
Chapter 4: Ascomycota
Chapter 5: Basidiomycota
Chapter 6: Allied Fungi
Chapter 7: Oomycota
Chapter 8: Symbiotic Associations
Chapter 9: Applied Mycology
Chapter 10: Mushroom Cultivation
Chapter 11: Applications of Fungi in Food Industry
Chapter 12: Role of Fungi in Agriculture
Chapter 13: Medical Mycology
Chapter 14: Phytopathology
Chapter 15: Bacterial, Viral and Fungal Diseases of Plants

Practical

1: Understanding Simple and Compound Microscope
2: Introduction to the World of Fungi
3: Study of Asexual and Sexual Stages of Rhizopus from Temporary Mounts and Permanent Slides
4: Study of Asexual and Sexual Stages of Aspergillus, Penicillium, and Saccharomyces from Temporary Mounts and Permanent Slides/Photographs
5: Study of Different Stages of Puccinia from Temporary Mounts and Permanent Slides
6: Study of Agaricus (Button Mushroom) Specimens, Sectioning of Gills, and Observation of Fairy Rings
7: Study of Albugo - Symptoms of Infected Plants, Asexual Phase from Temporary Mounts, and Sexual Structures from Permanent Slides
8: Phytopathology: Herbarium Specimens of Bacterial and Viral Diseases
9: Locally Available Plants and White Rust of Crucifers in Odisha

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