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What is the effect of each of the following on germination of seeds:
(i) Abscisic acid (ii) Far red region of light

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding Abscisic Acid (ABA):** - Abscisic acid is a plant hormone that plays a significant role in various plant processes, including stress responses and the regulation of seed germination. - It is known to inhibit seed germination by promoting dormancy. 2. **Effect of Abscisic Acid on Germination:** - When seeds are exposed to abscisic acid, it inhibits the activity of enzymes that are necessary for germination. ...
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MODERN PUBLICATION-PLANT GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT-REVISION EXERCISES (Short Answer Questions )
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  2. Write the full forms of two synthetic auxins NAA and IBA. What for are...

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  3. What induces ethylene formation in plants? Give two different actions ...

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  4. What is the effect of each of the following on germination of seeds: ...

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  5. Differentiate between quiescence and dormancy with reference to seed g...

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  6. What is meant by bioassay ? Name any two bioassays for auxins.

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  7. Name the hormone that acts as an antagonistic to ABA. From which micro...

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  8. What is meant by abscission? Name the phytohormone involved in it.

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  9. List the four ways how the use of auxins may help in obtaining better ...

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  10. Write any four agricultural applications of ethylene.

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  11. Name the only gaseous natural plant hormone.

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  12. What is differentiation?

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  13. Define plasticity

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  14. Which parts of plant produce cytokinins?

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  15. What is sigmoid growth curve ?

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  16. Why ABA is called stress hormone in plants?

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  17. What do you mean by apical dominance? Which hormone controls it?

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  18. Give a brief account of photoperiodism.

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  19. Where are auxins generally produced in a plant? Name any one naturally...

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  20. What is photoperiodism and vernalisation? Describe their significance.

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