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Why are the elements Mn, Zn, B, Cu, and MO referred to as trace elements?

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Elements that are present at low concentrations in the soil is called as trace elements
Mn, Zn, B, Cu, and MO are the trace elements act as essential micronutrients and involved in the catalytic enzymatic reactions
Ecosystem productivity and community structure may be impacted by trace elements either as limiting nutrients or as toxicants

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Short / Long answer type questionsWhy are the elements Mn, Zn, B, Cu, and MO referred to as trace elements?

Short / Long answer type questions
Why are the elements Mn, Zn, B, Cu, and MO referred to as trace elements?