Question

Synthetic plant hormones behave in a similar way to auxins. Describe how synthetic
plant hormones are effective as weedkillers.

Answer 1

Answer:

SYNTHETIC AUXINS:

Artificially synthesized auxins that have properties like auxins are called as synthetic auxins.

SYNTHETIC AUXINS AS WEEDKILLERS:

are generally used for controlling broadleaf weeds in grass crops, pastures, and industry.

These herbicides include some of the more effective chemicals for perennial broadleaf weed and brush control.

In domestic lawn and garden maintenance, 2,4-D(2,4 Dichlorophenoxy acetic acid) is commonly used for weed control in lawns and other turf.

It is used to kill unwanted weeds such as dandelions, plantain, clover, and chickweed.

In forestry, it is used for stump treatment, trunk injection, and selective control of brush in conifer forests.