Question 10
Soil Fertility and Plant NutritionWhich of the following statements is correct about micro-nutrients? They
- A.promote formation of only root nodules.
- B.are required by plants in very small quantities.
- C.are fixed into the soil through microbial activity.
- D.increase crop tolerance to pest attack.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (are required by plants in very small quantities.)
Explanation
Micro-nutrients (trace elements) are essential but needed only in tiny amounts.