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Senescence in plants is inhibited by
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Cytokinin
Cytokinin delays the senescence (ageing) of leaves and other organs by controlling protein synthesis and mobilization of resources (Disappearance of chlorophyll). It is called the Richmond-Lang effect. It was reported by Richmond and Lang (1957) while working on detached leaves of Xanthium.
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