Question

Mention the specific function of potassium and Nitrogen element in plant nutrition.

Answer 1

The function of Nitrogen in plant nutrition:

Nitrogen is component of proteins, nucleic acids, porphyrins and coenzyme.

The function of Potassium in plant nutrition:

Potassium is required as a cofactor for about 40 enzymes. Potassium is also essential for the permeability and maintenance of turgidity of the cell. It maintains cation-anion balance in the cell and also controls stomatal movement.