Definition

A type of hormone found in plants that helps them grow by promoting cell elongation and other growth processes.

Example

Gibberellin is often used in agriculture to enhance the growth of crops.

Conversation

I read that gibberellin helps plants grow taller.

Really? I didn't know hormones could do that for plants.

Yeah, it's fascinating how gibberellin affects their growth.

I might need to look into that for my garden!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Gibberellin** → The word is derived from 'gibberella' (a genus of fungi) and the suffix '-in' (used in chemistry to denote substances). The term refers to a class of plant hormones produced by the gibberella fungi that promote growth and development in plants.

Memory Tip

Think of 'gibberella' as the source of these growth-promoting substances, and remember that gibberellin is a hormone that helps plants grow.

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