Which Statement Regarding Phototropism Is Incorrect

question 89

Multiple Choice

Which statement regarding phototropism is incorrect?

• A) Auxin is responsible for elongation of cells on the shaded side of the plant stem.
• B) Auxin is only produced by cells on the shady side of the plant stem.
• C) Phototropism causes plants to bend toward light.
• D) Auxin needed for phototropism is produced only in the tips of stems.
• E) Phototropism is caused by a hormone called auxin.

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