Plant Minerals Flashcards
1
Q
Why does a plant need nitrates ?
A
To let the plant have healthy growth.
Low nitrates, will stunt growth and may turn yellow.
2
Q
Why does a plant need phosphates ?
A
Needed for good root growth.
3
Q
Why does a plant need potassium ?
A
Needed for healthy plants and flowers.
Low potassium, the plant turns yellow and dies.
4
Q
Why does a plant need magnesium ?
A
Needed so plants can make chlorophyll.
Low magnesium, will turn yellow
5
Q
Name a plant deficiencies
A
Stunned growth
6
Q
Why do farmers use fertiliser ?
A
They use to keep their plants healthy and replace minerals from harvest crops. This is because they have nutrients like nitrates, phosphates, potassium and magnesium.
