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Which hormone is responsible for breaking the dormancy of a seed?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Auxin
  2. Dormin
  3. Cytokinin
  4. Gibberellin

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Gibberellin

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: D) Gibberellin šŸ“š Explanation: Gibberellins are plant hormones that play a vital role in starting the growth of a seed by breaking its dormancy. They signal the seed to begin the germination process and grow into a plant. In contrast, other hormones like abscisic acid are responsible for keeping the seed in a resting state. Farmers use gibberellins to ensure crops sprout quickly and uniformly.