NUTRITION
ESSENTIAL NUTRIENTS
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Question
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Select the symbol and nutrient type of the element:Chlorine
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Cl - Macronutrient
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Cl - Micronutrient
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Ch - Macronutrient
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Ch - Micronutrient
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Classified as a micronutrient, Cl-is required by all plants in small quantities.
Detailed explanation-2: -Chlorine is mostly absorbed as Cl-in soil and plants. It is an essential micronutrient for plants as it participates in several physiological activities like stomatal regulation, transport of nutrients, activates several enzyme systems, etc.. It is required for water-splitting during photosynthesis.
Detailed explanation-3: -Micronutrients are those that the body needs in smaller amounts, whereas macronutrients are those that the body needs in larger amounts. Every plant needs a little amount of chlorine, which is an essential micronutrient.
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