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In which of the following, all three are macronutrients?

Options

  1. ABoron, zinc, manganese
  2. BIron, copper, molybdenum
  3. CMolybdenum, magnesium, manganese
  4. DNitrogen, magnesium, phosphorus

Correct answer

D. Nitrogen, magnesium, phosphorus

Step-by-step solution

Macronutrients are required in the greater amount which is 1 mg-gram of plant dry weight. The macronutrients include: • Carbon (C) • Hydrogen (H) • Oxygen (O) • Nitrogen (N) • Phosphorus (P) • Potassium (K) • Calcium (Ca) • Magnesium (Mg) • Sulfur (S) The first three—carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen—are known as structural elements and are present in the atmosphere and growing environment.

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