Effect of minerals on plant growth Flashcards
1
Q
Nitrogen is needed for ?
A
making amino acids to form proteins needed for cell growth
1
Q
Phosphorous is needed for ?
A
making phospholipids for cell membranes nucleic acids and ATP
2
Q
Magnesium is needed for ?
A
making chlorophyll
3
Q
Calcium is needed for ?
A
making calcium pectate for lamella for membrane permeability by holding cell walls of two cells together in the plant