Question : What is the mechanism underlying the phenomenon by which the terminal/apical bud suppresses the growth of lateral buds ? Suggest measures to overcome this phenomenon.

Question : What is the mechanism underlying the phenomenon by which th

1.	Question : What is the mechanism underlying the phenomenon by which the terminal/apical bud suppresses the growth of lateral buds ? Suggest measures to overcome this phenomenon.
Answer» Solution :The PHENOMENON by which the terminal/apical BUD suppresses the growth of LATERAL buds is called apical dominance. It is due to auxin hormone secreted by apical buds. This can be overcome by DECAPITATION (removal of apical buds) or the application of CYTOKININ.