NEET Sample Paper NEET Sample Test Paper-92

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    Which one among the following chemicals is used for causing defoliation of forest trees?

    A) Phosphon-D

    B) Malic hydrazide

    C) 2, 4-dichlorophenoxy acetic acid

    D) Amo-1618

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

    [c]  2, 4-Dichlorophenoxy acetic acid is used for causing defoliation of forest trees. 2, 4-D or 2, 4 dichlorophenoxy acetic acid is an auxin hormone. It stimulates the growth activities of the cells of the root due to which roots get destroyed and thus plants finally destroys. 2, 4-D is used as a defoliant for broad leaved dicots.


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