Nitrates, phosphates, potassium and magnesium

Question 1

Nitrates

Answer 1

Contain Nitrogen for Amino Acids and Proteins.
Needed for Cell Growth.
Deficiency Symptoms: Stunted growth, Yellow leaves.

Question 2

Phosphates

Answer 2

Contain Phosphorus for DNA and Cell Membranes.
Needed for Respiration and Growth.
Deficiency Symptoms: Poor root growth, Purple leaves.

Question 3

Potassium

Answer 3

Help Enzymes needed for Photosynthesis and Respiration.

Deficiency Symptoms: Poor flower/ fruit growth, discoloured leaves.

Question 4

Magnesium

Answer 4

Needed for making Chlorophyll and Photosynthesis.

Deficiency Symptoms: Yellow leaves.