Question

Which chemical cause of defoliation of forest trees?

Answer 1

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Explanation:

2,4-D (2,4 dichlorophenoxy acetic acid) is an auxin hormone. It over stimulates the growth activities of the cells of the root due to which roots get destroyed and thus plants finally destroyed. 2, 4-D is used as a defoliant for broad leaves dicots (mainly weeds).