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What is abscission ? Name a hormone that...

What is abscission ? Name a hormone that helps in abscission.

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The natural process of detachment of older leaves, flowers and fruits etc. from the plant without any injury is called abscission. Abscissic acid is a hormone that help in the process of abscission.
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