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plant hormone [′plant ‚hȯr‚mōn] (biochemistry) An organic compound that is synthesized in minute quantities by one part of a plant and translocated to another part, where it influences physiological processes. Also known as phytohormone. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| As consultants and scouts look for insect damage, farmers should be alert to other factors that may impact crop yields, such as the need for irrigation, weed control or plant growth regulators. Also, exogenously applied synthetic plant growth regulators, such as DCPTA, may enhance rubber biosynthesis under some environments (ref. Thus, the term comprises insecticides, herbicides, rodenticides, fungicides, nematicides, disinfectants, fumigants, wood preservatives, and plant growth regulators. |
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