NTA Abhyas NEET2020BotanyMineral NutritionPractice
The deficiency of micronutrients, not only affect the growth of a plant but also affects the vital functions such as photosynthesis and cellular respiration. Among the list given below, which group of three elements shall affect both photosynthesis and cellular respiration the most?
Options
- ACu, Mg, and Fe
- BCo, Ni, and Mo
- CMn, Co, and Ca
- DCa, K, and Na
Correct answer
A. Cu, Mg, and Fe
Step-by-step solution
Copper deficiency usually results in shriveling or malformation of the leaves along with tip burn. The most easily recognized symptoms of copper deficiency are those in a disease of fruit trees called "exanthema". Magnesium plays two very essential roles in the processes of photosynthesis and carbohydrate metabolism. Magnesium deficiencies show up as extensive chlorosis between the veins of the leaves. Chlorosis is followed by the appearance of anthocyanin pigments in the leaves such as the oranges, reds, and purpl