KIDS QUIZ
PLANTS AND GARDENING
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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True
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False
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Soil is a major source of nutrients needed by plants for growth. The three main nutrients are nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K). Together they make up the trio known as NPK. Other important nutrients are calcium, magnesium, and sulfur.
Detailed explanation-2: -It provides a foothold for the plant roots, as a result, plants can withstand extreme conditions throughout their growth. The soil dissolves essential minerals and nutrients in the soil water. Soil water is important for photosynthesis (a process that results in the manufacture of sugars).
Detailed explanation-3: -There are actually 20 mineral elements necessary or beneficial for plant growth. Carbon (C), hydrogen (H), and oxygen (O) are supplied by air and water. The six macronutrients, nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), potassium (K), calcium (Ca), magnesium (Mg), and sulfur (S) are required by plants in large amounts.