Hypersensitive reaction definitions

Hypersensitive reaction

Excessive sensitivity of plant tissues to certain pathogens. Affected cells are killed quickly, blocking the advance of obligate parasites
Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/21006

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Hypersensitive reaction

A rapid response of a host to a parasite in which death of a portion or all of the host ensues.
Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/visitor-contributions.php

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