Chapter 37.1, Problem 2SB

Summary Introduction

To review:

The growth inhibiting and promoting functions of some hormones in different plant parts at different times of their life cycle, with the help of examples.

Introduction:

Plant hormones are the small molecules that regulate their growth, senescence, and flowering. The plant hormones are commonly called phytochromes. Some plant hormones like auxin help in the growth of plant parts and some like ethylene inhibit their growth. The other hormones play various roles in the regulation of plant growth and survival.