Asked by Leryia Hughes on Jun 18, 2024
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Brassinosteroids differ from other plant hormones in that they are
A) peptides.
B) steroids.
C) derivatives of adenine.
D) derivatives of aspirin.
E) derivatives of prostaglandins.
Brassinosteroids
A class of growth-promoting, steroid hormones in plants, influencing cell elongation, division, and development.
Steroids
A class of lipophilic organic molecules that play diverse roles in the body, including as hormones and components of cell membranes.
- Comprehend the architectural parallels and beginnings of phytohormones.
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Stacy shoppingonthebayJun 23, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Brassinosteroids are unique among plant hormones because they have a steroid structure, similar to animal steroid hormones, distinguishing them from other plant hormones which are not steroids.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the architectural parallels and beginnings of phytohormones.