Which of the following statements about abscisic acid are true? (Check all that apply.)A) It is produced chiefly in mature green leaves and in fruits.B) It stimulates the growth of dormant buds.C) It promotes leaf senescence.D) It plays an important role in controlling the opening and closing of stomata.E) It plays a role in seed dormancy.
What will be an ideal response?
A, C, D, E
Abscisic acid is discussed in Section 31.8.
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This is defined as the capacity to do work.
a. metabolism b. electrolytes c. chemical reaction d. concentration e. energy
Characteristics of genetically engineered plants and plant products include
(a) better nutrition. (b) longer storage lives. (c) resistance to disease and insects. (d) all of the above.