Which gas is often responsible for the 'senescence' or leaf drop of plantlets within a sealed culture vessel?
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Correct answer: Ethylene
Ethylene is a gaseous plant hormone that can accumulate in sealed vessels. High levels induce premature aging, leaf yellowing, and growth inhibition in the cultured plantlets.
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