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Organisms that attack and harm crops are...

Organisms that attack and harm crops are called_______

A

Weeds

B

Insects

C

Rodents

D

Pests

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**Step-by-Step Text Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks for the term used to describe organisms that attack and harm crops. 2. **Identifying Options**: The transcript mentions several types of organisms that can harm crops, including weeds, insects, rodents, and pests. 3. **Defining Each Option**: - **Weeds**: These are unwanted plants that compete with crops for nutrients, water, and sunlight, thereby reducing crop yield. - **Insects**: Certain insects can damage crops by feeding on them or transmitting diseases. Insecticides are often used to control these pests. - **Rodents**: Animals like mice and rats can spoil crops by eating them or causing physical damage. Rodenticides are used to manage these animals. - **Pests**: This is a broader term that includes insects, rodents, viruses, and bacteria that harm crops. 4. **Selecting the Correct Answer**: The most encompassing term that includes all the harmful organisms mentioned is "pests." Thus, the organisms that attack and harm crops are called **pests**. **Final Answer**: Organisms that attack and harm crops are called **pests**. ---
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