Question

Explain geotropism and phototropism in plants ​

Answer 1

Answer:

Geotropism allows plants to correctly orient themselves for growth. The roots exhibit positive geotropism and grow towards the earth. The shoot shows negative geotropism by growing away from the earth. Phototropism occurs when plants move towards or away from sunlight.

Answer 2

Answer:

Geotropism means directional growth towards or away from gravity. eg: roots are positively geotropic

phototropism is directional growth towards or away from light. eg: shoot is positively phototropic