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Movement of auxin is

A
Centripetal
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Basipetal
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Acropetal
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D
Both B and C
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Solution

The correct option is C Both B and C
Auxin is a plant hormone which is involved in various physiological processes of plant. It is synthesized in meristematic tissue like tip of root and stem. In stems, movement of auxin is basipetal. It moves from apex to the base. However, in roots, movement of auxin is acropetal. It moves from the root to the shoot apex.
Thus, the correct answer is option D.

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