Which of the following breaks the dormancy of seeds?
A
IAA
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B
GA3
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C
Auxin
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D
All of the above
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Solution
The correct option is B GA3 Gibberellins are growth promoting phytohormones. Gibberellic acid (GA3) is a form of gibberellin that promotes the seed germination or breaks seed dormancy in certain plants. In a classic experiment involving barley seed germination. It produces long stems with broader leaves and enhances photosynthesis.