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Flashcards in Macronutrients Deck (7)
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1
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Major components of plant’s organic compounds

A

Oxygen, Carbon, and Hydrogen

2
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Component of nucleic acids, proteins, hormones & coenzymes

A

Nitrogen

3
Q

Cofactor functional in protein synthesis; operation of stomata

A

Potassium

4
Q

Formation and stability of cell walls; maintenance of membrane structure and permeability

A

Calcium

5
Q

Component of chlorophyll; activates many enzymes

A

Magnesium

6
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Component of nucleic acids, phospholipids, ATP

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Phosphorus

7
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Component of proteins; co-enzyme

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Sulfur