Question:

Which one of the following elements is almost non- essential for plants?

Updated On: Jun 23, 2024
  • Zn
  • Na
  • Ca
  • Mo.
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

The 16 elements necessary for plants called Mineral Nutrition 173 essential elements, are as : C, H, O, N, P, S, K, Mg, Ca, Fe, Cu, B, Zn, Mn, Mo and Cl. Zn is essential for the synthesis of tryptophan amino acid. Ca is the part of middle lamella, it stabilizes the structure of chromosomes. Mo is responsible for nodulation in legumes. It is a part of nitrate reductase enzyme which helps in nitrogen fixation. Na is a non-essential element. It seems to be involved in membrane permeability but its essentiality has not been proved.
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Mineral Nutrition

The naturally occurring inorganic nutrient found in the soil and food that is necessary for the proper functioning of animal and plant bodies is defined as nutrition. Minerals are vital elements essential for the body.

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  1. Balancing function
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