2.6 Hormones And The Control Of Plant Growth Flashcards
1
Q
Why do shoots bend towards light?
A
Unequal distribution of auxin causes unequal growth of shoot
2
Q
Define phototropism
A
The response of a plant to light, controlled by auxin
3
Q
Define gravitropism
A
Response of a plant to the force of gravity controlled by auxin
4
Q
Define auxin
A
A plant hormone that controls the responses of plants to light (phototropism) and to gravity (gravitropism)
