What is the Purpose of Plant Hormones

Question

What is the purpose of plant hormones?
A) They are produced in small amounts but have great effects.
B) They break down quickly after they are produced.
C) They act only at the location where they are produced.
D) They generally have one limited effect on the plant.

Accepted Answer

Plant hormones are produced in small amounts, but they have significant effects on the growth, development, and response of plants to various environmental stimuli such as light, gravity, water, and temperature. They regulate various physiological processes in plants such as cell division, elongation, differentiation, nutrient uptake, flower and fruit development, and senescence. Even though they are produced in small quantities, they act systemically and can influence multiple processes in plants.