WAEC Biology 2000 Question 34

Question 34

Photosynthesis and Plant Nutrition

A very poor growth in plants and discolouration of leaves signifies the deficiency of

  1. A.calcium
  2. B.magnesium
  3. C.potassium
  4. D.manganese
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (magnesium)

Explanation

Magnesium is part of chlorophyll; without it leaves turn yellow (chlorosis) and growth is poor.