NEET2026BiologyChapterActual
Based on chemical composition, which of the following plant growth regulators is classified as a terpene?
Options
- AIndole-3-acetic acid
- BGibberellic acid
- CKinetin
- DAbscisic acid
Correct answer
B. Gibberellic acid
Step-by-step solution
Plant growth regulators (PGRs) are classified into different categories based on their chemical composition: Indole compounds: Indole-3-acetic acid (IAA) Adenine derivatives: Kinetin (N6-furfurylamino purine) Derivatives of carotenoids: Abscisic acid (ABA) Terpenes: Gibberellic acid (GA3) Gases: Ethylene (C2H4) Therefore, Gibberellic acid is classified as a terpene. Answer: Gibberellic acid