NEET2026BiologyChapterActual
Which of the following pairs of plant growth regulators consists exclusively of synthetic compounds?
Options
- AIAA and Zeatin
- BNAA and Kinetin
- CIBA and GA ₃
- DABA and 2,4-D
Correct answer
B. NAA and Kinetin
Step-by-step solution
Plant growth regulators can be broadly classified into natural and synthetic compounds based on their occurrence. IAA (Indole-3-acetic acid) and IBA (Indole-3-butyric acid) are natural auxins isolated from plants. Zeatin is a natural cytokinin isolated from corn kernels and coconut milk. GA ₃ (Gibberellic acid) and ABA (Abscisic acid) are also naturally occurring plant growth regulators. NAA (Naphthaleneacetic acid) and 2,4-D (2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid) are synthetic auxins. Kinetin is a modified form of adeni