OBJECTIVE FORESTRY

FORESTRY

SOIL SCIENCE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is a macronutrient?
A
iron
B
boron
C
calcium
D
manganese
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Calcium is a macronutrient, which is essential for plants. The element has both structural and physiological functions. It is involved in the formation of the cell wall as well as the middle lamella.

Detailed explanation-2: -The secondary macronutrients are Calcium (Ca) Magnesium (Mg) and Sulfur (S). Calcium attaches to the walls of plant tissues, stabilizing the cell wall and favoring cell wall formation. Calcium is also involved in cell growth and development. It improves plant vigor, activating the formation of roots and their growth.

Detailed explanation-3: -Adequate nutrition plays a major role in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis; the micronutrients of greatest importance are calcium and vitamin D.

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