Geotropism is

Growth away from the vector of gravity

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Growth at right angles to the force of gravity

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Response to the stimulus of gravity

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Unequal growth due to gravity

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Solution

The correct option is C Response to the stimulus of gravity
Geotropism is the plant response to the stimulus of gravity. Plant growth away from the gravity is called as negative geotropism. Stem shows negative geotropism. Plant growth towards the gravity is called as positive geotropism. Root shows positive geotropism.
Thus, the correct answer is option C.

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