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BIO 102 Plant Reproduction, Growth, and Development Objective Question

Question

During phototropism, auxin collects on which side of the plant shoot?
Options
A The side directly under the light
B The shady side
Correct Answer
C Both sides equally
D The root system only
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

When light is from one side only, auxin collects on the shady side, causing the cells on that side to elongate.

Hint

The hormone 'hides' from the light.

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