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Biology Question on Nutrition

Which one of the following is a micronutrient for plants?

A

Calcium

B

Magnesium

C

Manganese

D

Nitrogen

Answer

Manganese

Explanation

Solution

Nutrients which are required in large amounts in functioning of plant are known as macronutrients eg. Ca, Mg, N. Nutrients required in trace amounts are known as micronutrients. Manganese is a micronutrient for plants essential for synthesis of chlorophyll. It is also required for activation of enzymes of respiration and nitrogen metabolism.