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Mineral Nutrition: Deficiency concepts MCQ

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Deficiency conceptsMediumQuestion 10742

Question

Stunted growth may result from deficiency because:

  1. A
    Mineral nutrients are required for metabolism and biosynthesis
    Correct
  2. B
    Roots stop absorbing water permanently in all cases
  3. C
    Xylem disappears
  4. D
    Only transpiration is affected

Correct answer

Mineral nutrients are required for metabolism and biosynthesis

Explanation

Deficiencies disrupt growth by limiting essential cellular processes.

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