NEET Solved Paper 2017 Question 81

Question: Fruit and leaf drop at early stages can be prevented by the application of

Options:

A) Gibberellic acid

B) Cytokinins

C) Ethylene

D) Auxins

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

  • Auxins prevent premature leaf and fruit fall. NAA prevents fruit drop in tomato; 2,4-D prevents fruit drop in Citrus.