What does “Apical dominance” actually mean in Plant Growth & Development, and why does it matter for NEET?
auxin from the growing tip suppresses the growth of lateral (side) buds below it.
In simple words: auxin from the growing tip suppresses the growth of lateral (side) buds below it. Getting Apical dominance clear matters because NEET questions on Plant Growth & Development usually test this idea directly, not just a formula you memorised.
Key point
Apical dominance
Common mistake
thinking side branches grow best when the tip is intact.
Memory tip
remove the tip (its auxin) and the side buds spring to life.
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