Question
Biology Question on plant growth and development
Removal of apical bud results in
A
formation of new apical bud
B
elongation of main stem
C
death of plant
D
formation of lateral branching.
Answer
formation of lateral branching.
Explanation
Solution
Thigmotropism involves nastic movements resulting from touch. It occurs in tendrils which coil around support and help the plant in climbing. Phototropism is a paratonic movement in response to unidirectional light stimulus. Chemotropism is a directional paratonic movement that occurs in response to a chemical stimulus.