Some scientists have suggested that recent outbreaks of sudden oak disease could be fought through the creation of transgenic plants with genetic resistance to sudden oak disease. What would be the source of this genetic resistance?

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The source of genetic resistance for creating transgenic plants to combat sudden oak disease would likely come from the original host species in the source region of the disease. These species may have evolved resistance mechanisms over time, making them a valuable resource for developing resistant plants through genetic engineering.

Some Scientists Have Suggested That Recent Outbreaks of Sudden Oak