Asked in UHS MDCAT 2009 2009

In plants, the red light favours:

Correct answer: C. Elongation of cells

  • A. Enhancement of cell differentiation
  • B. Maturation of the cells
  • C. Elongation of cells
  • D. Enhancement of cell division

Explanation

Explanation:Red light favours elongation of cells and blue light enhances cell division but retards cell enlargement.When red light can influence the differentiation of certain cell types in plants, it is not the primary effect of red light.Red light is not known to have a significant effect on the maturation of cells in plants.Red light is also not known to have a direct effect on cell division in plants, although it can indirectly influence cell division by promoting plant growth and providing the necessary conditions for cell division to occur.

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