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Gibberellins Overview

Gibberellins are a class of plant hormones that promote growth and development by stimulating cell elongation, seed germination, and flowering processes. They play a crucial role in regulating various physiological functions in plants, including the transition from vegetative to reproductive stages.

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Gibberellins are essential plant hormones that play a significant role in promoting growth and development in various plant parts. They are particularly important in processes such as seed germination, flowering, and fruit development. By influencing these processes, gibberellins help plants adapt t...

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Hormone
A chemical substance produced in the body that regulates physiological processes.

Example: Plant hormones control growth and development.

Germination
The process by which a seed develops into a new plant.

Example: Water and gibberellins trigger seed germination.

Dormancy
A period in which seeds or buds are inactive and do not grow.

Example: Seeds remain dormant until conditions are right.

Auxin
A plant hormone that promotes root formation and growth.

Example: Auxins work alongside gibberellins in plant growth.

Cytokinin
A plant hormone that promotes cell division and growth.

Example: Cytokinins can enhance the effects of gibberellins.

Ethylene
A plant hormone that regulates fruit ripening and flower wilting.

Example: Ethylene works with gibberellins to control flowering.

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Key Concepts

Plant GrowthSeed GerminationFlowering RegulationFruit Development