Question

Nutrients which are required in large quantities are called as

• A. Macronutrients
• B. Micronutrients
• C. Secondary nutrients
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is A Macronutrients

Nutrients which are required in large quantities are called as macronutrients. Primary (macro) nutrients are nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium. They are the most frequently required in a crop fertilization program. Also, they are need in the greatest total quantity by plants as fertilizer.

Thus, the correct answer is option A.