Question
Biology Question on Plant Growth Regulators
Which of the following is a function of ethylene?
A
Morphogenesis of tissues
B
Drooping of leaves
C
Sprouting of potatoes
D
Seed dormancy
Answer
Sprouting of potatoes
Explanation
Solution
Rhizomes, conns, tubers (eg. potato), seeds of some plants and other storage organs can be made to sprout early by exposing them to ethylene.