Question

What is the full form of NAA?

Answer 1

The full form of NAA is 1-Naphthalene acetic acid$\left({\mathrm{C}}_{10}{\mathrm{H}}_7{\mathrm{CH}}_2{\mathrm{CO}}_2\mathrm{H}\right).$

The structural formula of 1-Naphthaleneacetic acid:

Uses of NAA (1-Naphthaleneacetic acid ):

• NAA is widely used in agriculture for various purposes.
• It is been used to prevent premature dropping and thinning of fruits from steam.
• If used in an increased amount can actually have a negative effect and cause growth inhibition to the development of plant crops.
• It is also used for plant tissue culture.
• It is a drug used to treat digestive problems from excessive aft consumption and functional disorders of the gallbladder and bile ducts