The difference between vertical and horizontal transmission of plant viruses is that

Vertical transmission of plant viruses involves the transmission of viral eggs from mother to offspring. This transmission can occur via the surface of the egg or within the egg itself.

On the other hand, horizontal transmission of plant viruses involves transmission within individuals of the same generation. This kind of transmission can occur either directly through food, air or sexual activities or indirectly through a vector carrier such as aphids.

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Answer:

In horizontal transmission, viruses are transmitted among individuals of the same generation.

while In vertical transmission, viruses are passed vertically from mother to offspring via egg, either on the surface of the egg (trans ovum transmission) or within the egg(trans ovarian transmission).

Explanation:

Transmission processes determine the spread and the persistence of pathogens in a population. Knowledge of how the virus infection spreads is fundamental to design an appropriate disease control program.

In general, transmission of a virus can occur horizontally or vertically, or both.