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What are growth regulators ? List any two applications of gibberellins.

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Growth regulators are organic substances produced naturally in minute quantities by highest plants in some particular cells, and are specifically transported to a target organ where they influence physiological functions. They can be either growth promoters or growth inhibitors.
Applications of Gibberellins :
(a) Gibberellins are helpful in the elongation of internodes in genetically dwarf plants.
(b) Gibberellins are used to breakdown the dormancy of seeds, and buds.
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