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5.4 Plant hormones

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Question 16
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Which statement explains why a shoot growing towards light helps a plant to survive?

[1]
A

The shoot receives more light, so its tip can produce more auxin for growth

B

The stem is warmed by the light, so the enzymes in its cells work more quickly

C

The leaves absorb more light, so the rate of photosynthesis in the leaves increases

D

The leaves lose less water, because the extra light causes their stomata to close

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5.4 Plant hormones Questions

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59 exam-style questions on AQA GCSE Biology 5.4 Plant hormones, covering 5.4.1 Control and coordination and 5.4.2 Use of plant hormones (HT only). Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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