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Standard XII
Biology
Characteristics of Auxin
Removal of ap...
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Removal of apical bud during pruning results in the
A
death of the plant
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formation of a new apical bud
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promotion of lateral branching
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D
early flowering
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The correct option is
C
promotion of lateral branching
Removal of apical bud during pruning results in growth of lateral branches.
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