WAEC Biology 1988 Question 29

Question 29

Photosynthesis and Plant Nutrition

In a water culture experiment a plant showed poor growth and yellowing of the leaves. These symptoms were probably due to the absence of

  1. A.calcium
  2. B.phosphorus
  3. C.iron
  4. D.zinc
  5. E.copper
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (iron)

Explanation

Iron is needed to make chlorophyll; without it leaves turn yellow (chlorosis) and growth is poor.