Question

Major role of phosphorus in plant metabolism is

• A. $O_2$-evolution during photosynthesis
• B. $C{O}_2$- evolution during respiration
• C. Create anaerobic conditions
• D. Generate metabolic energy

Answer 1

The correct option is D Generate metabolic energy

Phosphorus is a macronutrient absorbed by the plant in the form of phosphate ions. It is a constituent of ATP, cell membrane, nucleic acids, phospholipids and some coenzyme. Thus it plays a major role in plant metabolism by generating metabolic energy.

So the correct answer is 'Generate metabolic energy'.