Campbell Biology In Focus, Loose-leaf Edition (3rd Edition)
Campbell Biology In Focus, Loose-leaf Edition (3rd Edition)
3rd Edition
ISBN: 9780134895727
Author: Lisa A. Urry, Michael L. Cain, Steven A. Wasserman, Peter V. Minorsky
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 31.3, Problem 2CC
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Why the potted chrysanthemums grown near the aisle are shorter compared to the ones that were grown in the middle.

Concept introduction:

Plants in general are touch sensitive. The plants undergo changes according to the mechanical stress it faces, this is called thigmomorphogenesis.

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