kaasuhormoni
Kaasuhormoni, often translated as gas hormone, is a term used in some contexts to refer to ethylene. Ethylene (C2H4) is a plant hormone that plays a crucial role in various aspects of plant growth and development. It is a simple hydrocarbon gas that is naturally produced by plants.
The primary functions of ethylene include promoting fruit ripening, senescence (aging of plant tissues), and abscission
Ethylene also influences plant responses to stress. It can be produced in response to environmental challenges
The production and action of ethylene are tightly regulated within plant tissues. It is synthesized from the