Main plant nutrients Flashcards
1
Q
What is the role of silicon?
A
Building cell walls
2
Q
What is the role of nitrogen?
A
Building proteins and DNA
3
Q
What is the role of magnesium?
A
Making chlorophyll
4
Q
What is the role of potassium?
A
Needed for photosynthesis
5
Q
What is the role of phosphorous?
A
Needed for DNA and cell reactions
6
Q
What are the signs of silicon deficiency?
A
Poor growth
7
Q
What are the signs of nitrogen deficiency?
A
Poor growth
Pale leaves
8
Q
What are the signs of magnesium deficiency?
A
Pale or yellow leaves
9
Q
What are the signs of potassium deficiency?
A
Brown, curled leaf tips
10
Q
What are the signs of phosphorous deficiency?
A
Stunted growth
