Maleic hydrazide is used by tobacco growers as a

Wound hormone

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Growth stimulating hormone

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Axillary buds retardation

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Bactericidal substance

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The correct option is C Axillary buds retardation
Maleic hydrazide is a synthetic compound which has a plant growth regulating action. It is used by tobacco growers for retarding the development of axillary buds following removal of apical shoot. It inhibits cell division and elongation of cells.

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