If a plant shoot bends toward light, which consequence follows due to polar auxin transport?

💡 Explanation

Auxin accumulates on the shaded side of the stem due to polar auxin transport, because this increased auxin concentration triggers acid growth by activating proton pumps. Therefore, the shaded side undergoes cell wall loosening and elongation, rather than uniform or inhibited growth.

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