Question

Which of the following plant hormones induce parthenocarpy?

• A. Extrinsic factors only
• B. Intrinsic factors only
• C. Both extrinsic and intrinsic factors
• D. Neither extrinsic nor intrinsic factors

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Intrinsic factors only

Gibberellins are growth hormones that stimulate cell elongation and cause plants to grow taller. Gibberellins also have a role in other plant processes, such as stem elongation, germination, flowering, fruit ripening and can induce parthenocarpy or development of seedless fruits.