Practice mode Horticulture

What are chemicals that cause leaves to fall called?

Correct answer B. Defoliant

Explanation

Defoliants, such as thidiazuron used in cotton, promote formation of the abscission layer so that leaves drop, making mechanical harvesting easier.

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