What are the different ways an insect can attack a plant?

They cut the root, stem and leaf

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They bore into stem and fruits

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They help the plant to grow by eating away the harmful toxins present in the plant

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They suck the cell sap from various parts of the plant

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The correct option is D They suck the cell sap from various parts of the plant
Generally, insect pests attack the plants in three ways: (i) they cut the root, stem and leaf, (ii) they suck the cell sap from various parts of the plant, and (iii) they bore into stem and fruits. They thus affect the health of the crop and reduce yields.

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