Question
Biology Question on Nutrition
If the size of fruits diminishes in plants, which mineral ion should be added to soil
A
Copper
B
Calcium
C
Boron
D
Chlorine
Answer
Boron
Explanation
Solution
Fruit size can be increased by treating the soil with boron. It helps in translocation of sugar in the plants through the phloem. If the fruit size is not increasing, it means that carbohydrates are not translocated.