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1. Plant Physiology

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   Gravitropism
   Roots exhibit positive gravitropism (growing downwards), while shoots exhibit negative gravitropism (growing upwards). The perception of gravity is linked to the sedimentation of dense amyloplasts (statoliths) within specialized cells (statocytes) in the root cap and shoot apex. Disruptions to [root gravitropism](/entries/r…