plant hormones Flashcards
1
Q
what do auxins do in the roots and shoots
A
roots - inhibit growth
shoots - stimulate growth
2
Q
auxins in the shoots detail
A
more auxins on the shaded side causing it to grow towards the sun
3
Q
auxin in the roots detail
A
auxins are on the lower side so it inhibits gowt meaning the other side curves downwards towards gravity
4
Q
where are auxins made
A
growing tip of stem or shoot
5
Q
3 main uses of auxin commercially
A
kill weeds
rooting powder for cutting
promoting growth
6
Q
3 main use of gibberellin
A
end seed dormancy
encourage plants to flower
make fruits grow bigger
7
Q
use of ethene
A
triggers fruits to ripen
8
Q
3 plant hormones
A
auxin
gibberellin
ethene
