Question Details

The gibberellin involved in flowering is

Options

A

GA1

B

GA3

C

GA4

D

GA9

Correct Answer :

GA9

Solution :

The correct option is GA9.

Gibberellins (GAs) are a large family of tetracyclic diterpenoid plant hormones that regulate various developmental processes, including seed germination, stem elongation, leaf expansion, pollen maturation, and flowering.

While gibberellins like GA1 and GA3 are well-known for promoting stem elongation and vegetative growth, research has shown that specific gibberellins play distinct roles in reproductive development. Specifically, in many plants (including certain long-day plants and woody species), non-13-hydroxylated gibberellins like GA9 (or its immediate metabolites) are highly active and specifically involved in the induction of flowering and floral development.

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