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Differentiate between the Following: Auxin and Abscisic acid

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Differentiate between the Following:

Auxin and Abscisic acid

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Sr. No. Auxin Abscisic Acid
1. Auxin is a plant growth-promoting hormone. Abscisic acid is a plant growth-inhibiting hormone.
2. It promotes cell elongation and growth. It promotes dormancy and inhibits growth.
3. It promotes root initiation and apical dominance. It causes stomatal closure and helps plants respond to water stress.
4. It promotes fruit growth and development. It promotes leaf and fruit fall and seed dormancy.
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Chapter 7: Chemical Coordination in Plants - EXERCISE [Page 118]

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Lakhmir Singh Biology [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 7 Chemical Coordination in Plants
EXERCISE | Q 5. | Page 118
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