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Phytochromesa. primarily respond to ultraviolet light.b. exist in two different stable forms.c. have the same effects in all flowering plants.d. have an active form called Pfr.

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Chapter30: Plant Form And Physiology

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a. primarily respond to ultraviolet light.
b. exist in two different stable forms.
c. have the same effects in all flowering plants.
d. have an active form called Pfr.

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