5 Questions
Define plant nutrition.
Plant nutrition is the study of the chemical elements and compounds necessary for plant growth and reproduction, plant metabolism and their external supply.
What is Justus von Liebig's law of the minimum?
Justus von Liebig's law of the minimum states that the growth and development of a plant is limited by the nutrient that is in the shortest supply relative to the plant's requirements.
Name the three essential elements that plants absorb from the air.
The three essential elements that plants absorb from the air are carbon, oxygen, and hydrogen.
What are the macronutrients that plants must obtain from their growing medium?
The macronutrients that plants must obtain from their growing medium are nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), potassium (K), calcium (Ca), sulfur (S), and magnesium (Mg).
List three examples of micronutrients or trace minerals that plants need.
Three examples of micronutrients or trace minerals that plants need are iron (Fe), boron (B), and chlorine (Cl).
Test your knowledge of plant nutrition with this quiz! Learn about the essential chemical elements and compounds necessary for plant growth and reproduction, as well as their external supply. Discover how these nutrients affect plant metabolism and their role in a plant's normal life cycle. Put your understanding of Justus von Liebig's law of the minimum to the test!
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