Which of These Is Not True About Gibberellins

question 47

Multiple Choice

Which of these is not true about gibberellins?

• A)They are produced in the apical regions of shoots and roots.
• B)They promote internode elongation.
• C)They can be applied to certain dwarf mutants to restore normal growth and development.
• D)They hasten seed germination.
• E)They inhibit amylases and other hydrolytic enzymes in seeds.

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Definitions:

Local Hormones

Hormones that act locally without first entering the bloodstream, often involved in local regulatory processes such as inflammation.

Steroidal

Pertaining to or relating to steroids, a group of fat-soluble organic compounds with various physiological effects, including hormonal activity and anti-inflammatory properties.

Nonsteroidal

Referring to drugs or substances that do not contain steroids, commonly mentioned in the context of anti-inflammatory medications.

Gonadal

Relating to the gonads, the organs that produce gametes (sperm in males and ova in females) for reproduction.