The growth of plant parts in response to the gravity is called _______.

phototropism

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geotropism

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chemotropism

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hydrotropism

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Solution

The correct option is B geotropism
Geotropism is a type of tropism where plants show some growth in response to gravity. Roots growing downwards is an example of geotropism.

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