Coordination and Response Flashcards

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Geotropism

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Roots grow with gravity(positive) and stem grows against gravity (negative)

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Phototropism

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Shoots grow towards light (positive) to maximise photosynthesis

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Auxin

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  • Hormone that stimulates growth in plants shoots
  • Causes shoots to grow towards light and grow against gravity
  • Inhabits growth i plant roots
  • Causes toots to grow with gravity and towards moisture
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