Synthesis of IAA in plants requires
A. Copper
B. Nitrogen
C. Zinc
D. Boron
Answer: Option C
Solution(By Examveda Team)
Synthesis of IAA in plants requires Zinc.Plants also require zinc for the synthesis of tryptophan, a key amino acid in the synthesis of the auxin indoleacetic acid (IAA).
Therefore, zinc also operates in the control of plant development through its indirect action on auxins.
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