A plant experiencing calcium deficiency shows necrotic spots on its leaves and stunted root growth. This is primarily because calcium:
Is a mobile element easily transported within the plant.
Acts as an enzyme activator in various metabolic pathways.
Is a component of chlorophyll and other photosynthetic pigments.
Is crucial for cell wall integrity and membrane permeability.
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Choose the odd one for macronutrients.
Carbohydrates
Proteins
Fats
Vitamins
Which of the following is not considered as a trace element (micronutrient) in the plant?
Calcium is a major component of which plant structure?
Cell Membrane
Chloroplast
Mitochondria
Cell Wall
Sulphur is an important nutrient for optimum growth and productivity in
Pulse crops
Cereals
Fibre crops
Oilseed crops
Mineral elements involved in photolysis of water during photosynthesis are
Which of the following elements is very essential for uptake and utilisation of and membrane function?
Phosphorus
Molybdenum
Manganese
Boron
Based on the quantitative requirement of elements by the plants, these elements are called
Macronutrients
Micronutrients
Both (1) and (2)
None of these
Which micronutrient plays a crucial role in the photolysis of water during photosynthesis?
Iron (Fe)
Magnesium (Mg)
Manganese (Mn)
Chlorine (Cl)
In which of the following forms is iron absorbed by plants ?
Fe²⁺
Fe³⁺
FeO
Fe₂O₃
Copper is present in
Plasmalemma
Plastoquinone
Plastocyanin
Ferredoxin
