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Elements that are required in amounts less than 10 mmole per kg of dry matter are termed as

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macronutrients
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micronutrients
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C
trace elements
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both b & c
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Solution

The correct option is D both b & c
Elements are divided into two broad categories based upon the quantitative requirements:

i. Macronutrients: Elements that are required in amounts greater than10 mmole per kg of their dry weight are grouped under macronutrients. Example- Carbon, hydrogen.

ii. Micronutrients: Elements that are required in amount less than 10 mmole per kg of their dry weight are grouped under micronutrients. These elements are also called trace elements. Example- Iron, copper.

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