Which of the following is NOT a plant hormone? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is NOT a plant hormone?
A. Auxin
B. Gibberellin
C. Cytokinin
D. Thyroxine
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Thyroxine is an animal hormone secreted by the thyroid gland, regulating metabolism. Auxin, gibberellin, cytokinin, abscisic acid, and ethylene are plant hormones (phytohormones). Plant hormones control growth, development, and responses to environment. Thyroxine contains iodine and affects basal metabolic rate. Thus, thyroxine is unrelated to plant physiology.

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