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What is the main function of abscisic acid in plants ?
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Promote cell division Increase the cell length Inhibit growth Growth of the stem |
Inhibit growth |
The correct answer is Option (3) – Inhibit growth Gibberellins, like auxins, help in the growth of the stem. Cytokinins promote cell division, and it is natural then that they are present in greater concentration in areas of rapid cell division, such as in fruits and seeds. These are examples of plant hormones that help in promoting growth. But plants also need signals to stop growing. Abscisic acid is one example of a hormone which inhibits growth. Its effects include wilting of leaves. |