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n. - A plant hormone that promotes root formation and bud growth.

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  • Leyser and her lab study the role of plant hormones, such as auxin, in plant growth.
  • The auxin solution is prepared as recommended by G.H. Poesch in the
  • Mist spray, constant heat of 28C, and auxin mixtures of IBA and NAA appear essential to good rooting (Zeijlemaker, 1976).
  • Most auxin responses take place on a timescale of minutes.
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