Question

    Apical dominance is primarily due to

    A Auxin Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Gibberellin Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Cytokinin Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Ethylene Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Apical dominance in plants refers to the condition where the apical bud is prominent hence keeping the central stem dominant. It doesn't allow the proliferation of lateral buds. It is caused due to production of auxin in the apical bud.

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