The primary effect of auxin on plant cell walls is to:

Practice MCQ for SSC, UPSC, RRB Exams

A. Increase rigidity A.
B. Decrease elasticity B.
C. Increase extensibility C.
D. Cause lignification D.

Correct Answer: C সঠিক উত্তর: C

Explanation ব্যাখ্যা

Auxins promote cell elongation by increasing the extensibility of the cell wall. This is often referred to as the 'acid growth hypothesis', where auxins stimulate proton pumps, lowering pH in the cell wall, which activates enzymes called expansins that loosen the cell wall structure, allowing the cell to expand under turgor pressure.

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