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Question
Auxins are growth hormones capable of promoting cell elongation. They have been used in horticulture to promote growth, flowering and rooting. Explain the meaning of the following terms related to auxins.
Synthetic auxins
Solution
Auxins which are made artificially are called synthetic auxins, e. g. 2,4-D, NAA.
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