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Auxins are growth hormones capable of promoting cell elongation. They have been used in horticulture to promote growth, flowering and rooting. Explain the meaning of the following terms related to auxins.
Auxin precursors
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Solution
The raw materials required for the initial synthesis of auxins are called auxin precursors.
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