NTA Abhyas NEET2020BotanyPlant - Growth and DevelopmentPractice
Which of the following term defines the promotion of flowering at low temperatures?
Options
- APhotoperiodism
- BVernalization
- CThermoperiodism
- DFlorigen
Correct answer
B. Vernalization
Step-by-step solution
Vernalization refers especially to the promotion of flowering during the period of low temperatures. It prevents precocious reproductive development late in the growing season and enables the plant to have sufficient time to reach maturity. Shoot apical meristem perceives low-temperature stimulus.