Describe the various effects of auxins in plants

What will be an ideal response?


ANSWER: Auxins are involved in a variety of plant growth responses. The elongation of stems is
promoted by auxins, as is the growth of stems so that they bend toward light. Auxins also
promote fruit development and inhibit leaf abscission. Auxins also promote dormancy in
lateral buds. In the roots, auxin promotes lateral growth. Auxin also is involved in
orientation of growth with respect to gravity in both shoots and roots.

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