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Question
The hormone which stimulates cell division:
Options
Auxins
Cytokinins
Gibberellins
Abscisic acid
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Solution
Cytokinins
Explanation:
Cytokines, which facilitate cell division and encourage plant growth. In the process of germinating seeds and developing fruits, they are abundant.
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