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Which PGR keeps deep water rice leaves above water by rapid internode growth?
AEthylene gas
BZeatin hormone
CAbscisic acid
DKinetin hormone
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Ethylene gas
Ethylene promotes rapid internode and petiole elongation in deep water rice, so upper parts stay above water.
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