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Published on: August 21, 2026
Production of Cucumber has increased manifold in recent years. Application of which of the following phytohormones has resulted in this increased yield as the hormone is known to produce female flowers in the plants
A
Cytokinin
B
C
Gibberellin
D
Ethylene
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Ethylene is a simple gaseous PGR. It is synthesised in large amounts by tissues undergoing senescence and ripening fruits. It promotes female flowers in cucumbers thereby increasing the yield.
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