Essential Minerals

Question 1

Function and Deficiency Symptoms of Potassium

Answer 1

F: Used for photosynthesis and respiration.
D: Poor fruit and flower growth. Older leaves wilt and lose colour.

Question 2

Function and Deficiency Symptoms of Nitrogen

Answer 2

F: Used to make proteins to build new cells.
D: Older leaves turn yellow.

Question 3

Function and Deficiency Symptoms of Phosphorus

Answer 3

F: Used for energy transfer during photosynthesis and respiration.
D: Poor root growth. Leaf tips turn brown and older leaves turn purple.

Question 4

Function and Deficiency Symptoms of Magnesium

Answer 4

F: Used to make chloroplasts.
D: Older leaves turn yellow between the veins. Stunted growth