Which of the following is a naturally occurring growth inhibitor?

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Which of the following is a naturally occurring growth inhibitor? (A) IAA (B) ABA (C) NAA (D) GA

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Abscisic acid (ABA) is a growth inhibitor. It is a plant hormone which promotes leaf detachment, induces seed and bud dormancy, and inhibits germination. IAA, NAA and GA are growth promoters inducing cell division.

Q. Which of the following is a naturally occurring growth inhibitor?

IAA

ABA

NAA

GA

Abscisic acid (ABA) is a growth inhibitor. It is a plant hormone which promotes leaf detachment, induces seed and bud dormancy, and inhibits germination. IAA, NAA and GA are growth promoters inducing cell division.