Biology - Study Guide
Biology - Study Guide
8th Edition
ISBN: 9780321501561
Author: Martha R. Taylor
Publisher: PEARSON EDUCATION (COLLEGE)
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Chapter 39, Problem 7IQ

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To define: Types of tropism exhibited by the plant stem.

Introduction: In addition to light, the plants respond to various stimuli such as gravity and mechanical stimuli. The response of a plant towards any particular stimuli is known as tropism. This tropism is helpful for the plants so that they can grow towards adequate sources of light and water.

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To describe: The growth mechanism in plants that produces coiling of tendril.

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