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What is the site of perception of photoperiod necessary for induction of flowering in plants?

A

Leaves

B

Lateral buds

C

Pulvinus

D

Shoot apex

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Leaves perceive the photoperiod due to which florigen is synthesised in leaves and sent to shoot apical meristem. as a result shoot apical meristem converts into floral meristem.
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