Minerals For Healthy Growth

Question 1

Nitrates

Answer 1

Contain nitrogen for making amino acids and proteins
Needed for cell growth
Deficiency= stunted and older leaves turn yellow

Question 2

Phosphates

Answer 2

Contain phosphorus for making DNA and cell membranes
Needed for respiration and growth
Deficiency = poor root growth and older leaves are purple

Question 3

Potassium

Answer 3

Helps enzymes needed for photosynthesis and respiration

Deficiency = poor flower and fruit growth and discoloured leaves

Question 4

Magnesium

Answer 4

Small amounts
Required for making chlorophyll that is needed for photosynthesis
Deficiency = yellow leaves