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 Leaf abscission is caused by
 

Option: 1

ABA


Option: 2

Cytokinin


Option: 3

Auxin


Option: 4

Gibberellin


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Abscisic acid promotes abscission of flowers and fruits. Its excessive presence stops protein and RNA synthesis in the leaves and hence stimulates their senescence (leaf fall is actually promoted by ethylene).
 

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