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Question:

Which of the following hormones are responsible for shedding of leaves?

Auxin

Abcisic acid

Gibberellin

Cytokinin

Solution:

Auxin and ethylene are two plant hormones that play a major role in leaf abscission. High level of auxin triggers the production of an excess of ethylene which leads to leaf abscission.So, the correct answer is option D.