In Temperate Regions, the Acclimation of Buds Is Initiated Primarily

question 16

Multiple Choice

In temperate regions, the acclimation of buds is initiated primarily by decreasing ______, and it produces ______.

• A)daylength; cold hardiness
• B)temperature; cold hardiness
• C)moisture; moisture resistance
• D)levels of growth inhibitors; early flowering
• E)numbers of bud scales; early flowering

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