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What is the primary stimulus for phototropism in plants?
What is the primary stimulus for phototropism in plants?
- Temperature
- Gravity
- Light (correct)
- Water
Which type of nastic movement involves the closing of flower petals in response to light changes?
Which type of nastic movement involves the closing of flower petals in response to light changes?
- Geonasty
- Photonasty (correct)
- Thigmonasty
- Hydronasty
In which direction do roots typically grow in relation to gravity?
In which direction do roots typically grow in relation to gravity?
- Towards gravity (correct)
- Perpendicular to gravity
- Away from gravity
- Randomly without direction
What is an example of a stimulus that can cause hydrotropism in plants?
What is an example of a stimulus that can cause hydrotropism in plants?
Which hormone is primarily responsible for promoting cell growth at the shoot tips?
Which hormone is primarily responsible for promoting cell growth at the shoot tips?
Thigmonasty is best exemplified by which of the following plant behaviors?
Thigmonasty is best exemplified by which of the following plant behaviors?
What dual response do shoots exhibit concerning light and gravity?
What dual response do shoots exhibit concerning light and gravity?
Which plant hormone is involved in promoting fruit growth and leaf fall?
Which plant hormone is involved in promoting fruit growth and leaf fall?
What type of movement is characterized by growth towards or away from a stimulus?
What type of movement is characterized by growth towards or away from a stimulus?
Which of the following responses represents a negative phototropism?
Which of the following responses represents a negative phototropism?
Geotropism is best described as a response to which type of stimulus?
Geotropism is best described as a response to which type of stimulus?
What is the main characteristic of nastic movements?
What is the main characteristic of nastic movements?
Which type of tropism involves roots growing toward a water source?
Which type of tropism involves roots growing toward a water source?
Thigmotropism is best exemplified by which of the following?
Thigmotropism is best exemplified by which of the following?
What distinguishes chemotropism from other types of tropisms?
What distinguishes chemotropism from other types of tropisms?
Which of the following is NOT a type of tropism?
Which of the following is NOT a type of tropism?
What is the primary role of plant hormones in coordination?
What is the primary role of plant hormones in coordination?
Which type of tropism occurs when a plant grows towards the light?
Which type of tropism occurs when a plant grows towards the light?
How does negative tropism affect plant growth?
How does negative tropism affect plant growth?
What is hydrotropism in plants?
What is hydrotropism in plants?
What defines geotropism in plants?
What defines geotropism in plants?
Which movement is characterized by a plant's response to touch?
Which movement is characterized by a plant's response to touch?
What reaction would a plant have if it experiences positive phototropism?
What reaction would a plant have if it experiences positive phototropism?
What is the primary environmental stimulus that triggers geotropism in plants?
What is the primary environmental stimulus that triggers geotropism in plants?
Study Notes
Plant Movements
- Tropic movements are growth-dependent, occurring in response to stimuli (towards or away).
- Nastic movements are non-growth dependent, independent of stimulus direction.
Tropisms
- Movement in response to a specific stimulus from one direction, always involving growth.
- Plants demonstrate slower responses to their environment compared to animals.
Types of Tropisms
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Phototropism:
- Plant movement toward light; positive response as shoots grow towards sunlight.
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Geotropism:
- Response to gravity; positive response as roots grow downward into the soil.
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Chemotropism:
- Response to chemicals; for instance, pollen tubes grow toward ovules for fertilization.
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Hydrotropism:
- Roots grow towards moisture, sometimes against gravity; can grow upwards or sideways based on water source.
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Thigmotropism:
- Reaction to touch; examples include tendrils wrapping around stronger plants for support.
Nastic Movements
- Not directed towards the stimulus; parts of the plant may behave differently.
- Thigmonasty: Rapid responses to touch, such as closing of flowers.
- Photonasty: Petal opening and closing based on light intensity; petals remain open in bright light and close in dim light.
Coordination and Response in Plants
- Plants coordinate their responses through hormones, which regulate growth and reactions to environmental stimuli.
- Major stimuli include light and gravity; shoots grow towards light while roots generally grow downward.
Plant Hormones (Phytohormones)
- Chemical messengers controlling coordination and growth processes in plants.
- Types of phytohormones include:
- Auxins: Promote cell elongation, particularly at shoot tips.
- Gibberellins: Involved in promoting growth and fruit development.
- Cytokinins: Influence cell division and growth.
- Abscisic Acid: Plays a role in stress responses, such as drought.
Importance of Tropisms and Hormones
- Hormones facilitate adaptation to the environment, enhancing survival through coordinated growth towards resources like water and light.
- Understanding these movements helps elucidate how plants interact with their surroundings for successful growth and reproduction.
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Explore the fascinating world of plant movements with this quiz on tropic and nastic responses. Learn about how plants react to stimuli, both through growth-dependent and non-growth dependent movements. Test your knowledge of these essential biological concepts.
