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Plant growth and development are meticulously orchestrated by a complex network of chemical messengers known as plant hormones or phytohormones. These include auxins, gibberellins, cytokinins, abscisic acid, and ethylene. Auxins, for instance, are responsible for cell elongation and help the plant grow toward light sources, a phenomenon known as phototropism. Cytokinins promote cell division, while abscisic acid acts as a stress hormone, signaling the closure of stomata during drought conditions to prevent water loss. Ethylene, a gaseous hormone, plays a critical role in fruit ripening and leaf abscission. The delicate balance and interaction of these hormones dictate how a plant reacts to its internal clock and external stimuli. The book is structured into 26 chapters plus
Finding a full, legitimate PDF of Fundamentals of Plant Physiology Auxins, for instance, are responsible for cell elongation