Question

Which of the following is the best for gibberellins production?

(a) Ammonium salt

(b) Peptones

(c) Distillers’ solubles

(d) Corn-steep liquor

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Answer 1

Right answer is (a) Ammonium salt

For explanation I would say: Ammonium salt is used for the production of gibberellins. The gibberellins are the growth factors are produced by plants for the growth of the plant.