Mineral elements Flashcards by ruth mahase | Brainscape

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Why do we need nitrogen?

A

Contained in proteins

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What are the deficiency effect of Nitrogen

A

Poor growth, yellow leaves

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Why do we need Phosphorus?

A

Contained in important chemicals

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What are the deficiency effects of Phosphorus?

A

Poor growth, leaves dull green with curly brown edges

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Why do we need potassium?

A

Increases hardiness

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What are the deficiency effects of Potassium?

A

yellow edges to leaves, die early

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Why do we need Sulphur?

A

Contained in proteins

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What are the deficiency effects of Sulphur?

A

Yellow leaves

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Why do we need Calcium?

A

Needed for cell formation

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What are the deficiency effects of Calcium?

A

poor buds, stunted growth

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Why do we need Magnesium?

A

Contained in chlorophyll

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What are the deficiency effects of Magnesium?

A

Yellow leaves

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Why do we need iron?

A

Needed for chlorophyll formation

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What are the deficiency effects of iron?

A

Yello leaves

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