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BIO 102 Test Compilation BIO 102 13 Objective Question

Question

Which hormone is primarily responsible for cell elongation in plants
Options
A Ethylene
B Cytokinin
C Abscisic acid
D Auxin
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Auxins are a class of plant hormones that play a crucial role in cell elongation, particularly in stems and coleoptiles. They promote growth by increasing the plasticity of cell walls. Ethylene is involved in fruit ripening and senescence. Cytokinins promote cell division. Abscisic acid is involved in dormancy and stress responses.

Hint

This plant hormone is well-known for its role in apical dominance and the bending of plants towards light.

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