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Which is produced during water stress that brings stomatal closure:

1. ethylene
2. abscisic acid
3. ferulic acid
4. coumarin

Correct answer: abscisic acid

Solution

Abscisic acid (ABA) is the key hormone produced in response to water stress. It accumulates in leaves and causes stomata to close, reducing transpiration and helping the plant conserve water.

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