______ hormone is found in very high amounts in the ripe seeds of plants.
WBBSE
Class X
Life Science
01 (b) Plant Hormones
01 Mark
2022
Abscisic acid is found in very high amounts in the ripe seeds of plants.
Explanation
Abscisic acid is a plant hormone that plays an important role in seed dormancy and maturation. It accumulates in high amounts in ripe seeds to prevent premature germination and to help the seed survive unfavorable environmental conditions.
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