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Match the type of tropism with its effect on plants.

Match the type of tropism with its effect on plants.-example-1
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Gravitropism: occurs when the plant follows gravity as in the case of roots. Answer: Roots grow downward and the stem grows upwards, opposing gravity.

Phototropism: This is when the plant follows light. Answer: Plant grows towards the light source, while roots grow away from the light source.

Hydrotropism: Occurs when plants seek water, especially roots. Answer: The plant's response to water or moisture.

Thermotropism: Occurs when a plant seeks or moves away from a heat source. Answer: The plant's response to temperature.

Chemotropism: Occurs seeks or moves away from certain chemicals. Answer: The plant's response to chemicals.

Thigmotropism: Occurs when a plant makes contact with an object. Answer: The plant turns or bends to touch.

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