Q. Consider the following statements:
- The roots of a plant always grow downwards while the shoots usually grow upwards and.away from the earth due to hydrotropism.
- When light is coming from one side of the plant, auxin diffuses towards the shady side of the shoot to promote growth.
Which of the above is / are correct?
Answer:
Only 2
Notes: The roots of a plant always grow downwards while the shoots usually grow upwards and away from the earth. This upward and downward growth of shoots and roots, respectively, in response to the pull of earth or gravity is, obviously, geotropism.