ReNEET 2026 · Biology · Q110Plant Growth and DevelopmentIn our bank: Exact match · 97%

Which of the following plant growth regulators is used as a herbicide?

  1. A.2,4-D
  2. B.Kinetin
  3. C.Abscisic acid
  4. D.Gibberellin

Correct Answer

(A) 2,4-D

Solution & Explanation

2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid (2,4-D) is a synthetic auxin widely used to kill dicotyledonous weeds — i.e. as a herbicide. Kinetin is a cytokinin; ABA is a growth inhibitor; gibberellin promotes elongation.

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