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Unlocking the Secrets of Photoperiodicity

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What are photoreceptors?

Specialized cells that monitor the amount of light and help plants determine the correct time to flower.

What is the main factor that regulates when some flowers will bloom?

The length of darkness.

How do plants use photoreceptors to monitor light?

Photoreceptors sense changes in the environment when a period of darkness is interrupted.

What happens if the dark period is interrupted, even for just a minute?

The plant will not bloom, even if the critical length for sunlight has been met. Signup and view all the answers

How can growers regulate when plants will flower?

By regulating or interrupting the consistency of the dark period. Signup and view all the answers

What is photoperiodism?

Photoperiodism is a physical response to photoperiods. A photoperiod is the length of day versus the length of night. Signup and view all the answers

What is a photoperiod?

A photoperiod is the length of day versus the length of night. Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by a critical length in regards to photoperiodicity?

In regards to photoperiodicity, the critical length is the length of daylight a plant requires in order to produce flowers. Signup and view all the answers

What are the three classifications of photoperiodic plants?

The three classifications of photoperiodic plants are short-day, long-day, and day-neutral. Signup and view all the answers

What can influence the critical length?

The critical length can be influenced by the temperature and location. Signup and view all the answers