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Abhishek Jhunjhunwala

Class 11th
Biology
2 years ago

Why is Abscisic acid also known as stress hormone?

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Muskan Anand

2 years ago

Abscisic acid is referred to as pressure hormones because it induces diverse responses in plant life towards pressure conditions. It will increase the tolerance of plant life closer to diverse stresses. It induces the closure of the stomata in the course of water pressure. It promotes seed dormancy and guarantees seed germination throughout beneficial conditions. It allows seeds withstand desiccation. It additionally enables in inducing dormancy in vegetation on the quit of the developing season and promotes abscission of leaves, fruits, and flowers.

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