Which of the Following Statements Concerning the Role of Auxin

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning the role of auxin in developing leaves of Arabidopsis is FALSE?

• A)Auxin is produced first at the leaf base and later at the tip.
• B)Auxin stimulates the differentiation of vascular tissue.
• C)Auxin induces the formation of lateral veins.
• D)Auxin is produced by cells that will differentiate into hydathodes.
• E)Auxin induces the formation of the midvein.

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