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abscissin
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abscissin

Plant hormone found in all higher plants. It is involved in the process of abscission and also inhibits stem elongation, germination of seeds, and the sprouting of buds.



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Some terpenes and abscisic acid that seep into the soil can override the "go" message from smoke.
Under the agreement, the two groups will cooperate to investigate agricultural applications of synthetic analogs of abscisic acid (ABA).
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