Plant Growth And Development Question 89

Question: Storage sprouting of potato tubers can be prevented by treatment with low concentrations of

Options:

A) Nicotinamide

B) Naphthalene acetic acid

C) Nitrogenous fertilizer

D) Natural sunlight

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

Sprouting of lateral buds (eyes) of the potato tuber is checked by applying synthetic auxin i.e., Naphthalene acetic acid.