Which List Correctly Orders the Events Leading to Leaf Fall

question 55

Multiple Choice

Which list correctly orders the events leading to leaf fall in deciduous trees?

• A) formation of abscission layer, increase in ethylene levels, decrease in auxin levels
• B) shortening days, increase in ethylene production, formation of abscission layer
• C) shortening days, formation of abscission layer, decrease in ethylene levels
• D) decrease in ethylene levels, shortening days, formation of abscission layer

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