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What forms do plants primarily absorb nutrients?
What forms do plants primarily absorb nutrients?
Plants primarily absorb nutrients in the form of aqueous solutions and gases.
What is the main role of water in plant nutrition?
What is the main role of water in plant nutrition?
The main role of water in plant nutrition is to act as a transport medium for bringing nutrients into the plant.
How do plant roots facilitate nutrient absorption?
How do plant roots facilitate nutrient absorption?
Plant roots absorb water, which contains dissolved minerals that provide essential nutrients.
Why is water considered a solvent in plants?
Why is water considered a solvent in plants?
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What are the two main components of plant nutrition mentioned?
What are the two main components of plant nutrition mentioned?
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Study Notes
Plant Nutrition
- Plants constantly exchange matter and energy with their surroundings.
- Except for few exceptions, plants absorb nutrients in the form of aqueous solutions and gases, as their cell walls only let liquids and gases pass through.
- Nutrients include water and minerals.
- Water is a transport medium (the plant only needs the nutrients in the water, not the water itself); absorbed by the roots.
- Water is essential for plants; its key functions are solvent and enables chemical reactions.
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Explore the fundamental concepts of plant nutrition. This quiz covers how plants absorb nutrients through their roots and the essential role of water in facilitating nutrient transport and chemical reactions. Test your understanding of how plants interact with their environment for optimal growth.
