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Sushil Kumari
on Dec 18, 2024
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Which of the following substances may protect leaves against damage by ultraviolet radiation after abscission?
A) Anthocyanins
B) Coumarins
C) Auxins
D) Coumadins
E) Gibberellins
Ultraviolet Radiation
A type of electromagnetic radiation from the sun with wavelengths shorter than visible light but longer than X-rays, capable of causing chemical reactions and damaging living tissue.
Anthocyanins
Water-soluble pigments that may appear red, purple, or blue depending on the pH, found in the tissues of higher plants.
Coumarins
Naturally occurring chemical compounds with potential therapeutic effects, often found in plants.
- Comprehend the modifications and roles of plant leaves, along with their significance in plant physiological processes.
- Explain the evolutionary importance of distinct leaf alterations across diverse ecological settings.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the modifications and roles of plant leaves, along with their significance in plant physiological processes.
- Explain the evolutionary importance of distinct leaf alterations across diverse ecological settings.