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- Theory Questions & Answers – Nutrition in Plants
Theory Questions – Nutrition in Plants:
1. a. Define photosynthesisPhotosynthesis is the process by which green plants, and some algae and bacteria, convert the energy of sunlight into chemical energy. This energy is then used to synthesize carbohydrates such as... More.
b. List the conditions necessary for photosynthesis.
c. How would you test a leaf for starch?
2. State the difference between macronutrientsMacronutrients are nutrients that a plant needs in relatively large amounts. Essential macronutrients are nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), potassium (K), calcium (Ca), magnesium (Mg), and sulfur (S). More and micronutrientsMicronutrients are nutrients that plants need in only small or trace amounts. Boron (B), chlorine (Cl), copper (Cu), iron (Fe), manganese (Mn), molybdenum (Mo), nickel (Ni), and zinc (Zn) areconsidered micronutrients.... More.
b. List four macronutrients and three micronutrients.
c. State the functions and effects of deficiency of the following elements in the soil; Nitrogen, Potassium, Iron, Magnesium and Sulphur.
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