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Which term is used to describe signal molecules produced within plants that control all aspects of plant growth and development?
Which term is used to describe signal molecules produced within plants that control all aspects of plant growth and development?
What did Went and Thimann coin the term 'phytohormone' for?
What did Went and Thimann coin the term 'phytohormone' for?
In which organisms do phytohormones occur?
In which organisms do phytohormones occur?
What is the meaning of the word 'hormone' derived from?
What is the meaning of the word 'hormone' derived from?
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What is the main function of phytohormones in plants?
What is the main function of phytohormones in plants?
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Phytohormones
- Phytohormones are signal molecules produced within plants that control all aspects of plant growth and development.
- The term 'phytohormone' was coined by Went and Thimann.
- Phytohormones occur exclusively in plants.
- The word 'hormone' is derived from the Greek word 'hormao', meaning 'to stimulate' or 'to excite'.
- The main function of phytohormones in plants is to regulate growth and development.
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Test your knowledge on plant hormones and their role in plant growth and development. Explore the different types of plant hormones, their functions, and how they regulate various processes in plants. From embryogenesis to reproductive development, see how these signal molecules impact every aspect of a plant's life.
