Auxin

usgb/ˈɔksɪn/
noun

Auxin is a type of plant hormone that regulates various aspects of growth and development.

The auxin levels in the plant can affect its growth direction.
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Often appears as...

  • auxin transport
  • auxin response

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Plant growth, hormone regulation, cell elongation

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Technical

Auxin is often mentioned in academic contexts related to botany and plant science.

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In the context of experimental biology, auxins are frequently studied in relation to plant responses.
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