A mutant plant exhibits stunted root growth and reduced gravitropic response. Microscopic analysis reveals disorganized columella cells in the root cap. Which of the following is the MOST likely cause of this phenotype?
Increased production of cytokinin in the root tip
Disruption of amyloplast sedimentation and auxin redistribution
Overexpression of genes involved in cell elongation
Enhanced sensitivity to ethylene
Related Questions
Which zone of the root is responsible for the development of root hairs, essential for water and nutrient absorption?
Maturation zone
Elongation zone
Meristematic zone
Root cap
Striga Collects
Water and minerals from the host
Only food from the host
Water and food from the host
All the above
