MDCAT Biology MCQ #2458

A researcher applies a hormone to a cabbage plant, causing it to undergo rapid stem elongation before flowering. Which hormone was used?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #2458

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A researcher applies a hormone to a cabbage plant, causing it to undergo rapid stem elongation before flowering. Which hormone was used?

    • A) Auxins
    • B) Cytokinins
    • C) Gibberellins
    • D) Abscisic acid

    Answer: Gibberellins

    Explanation: Gibberellins induce 'bolting' or rapid stem elongation in rosette plants. Auxins are tempting but primarily control apical dominance.