The element required in maxium quantity by plants is
A
Sulphur
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B
Iron
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C
Phosphorus
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D
Nitrogen
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Solution
The correct option is C Nitrogen The minerals required by plants in large quantity are called macronutrients whereas minerals required by plants in smaller quantity are called micronutrients.
Carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium are some of the essential macronutrients required by plants. Copper, iron, molybdenum, boron, zinc are the important micronutrients required by plants. Among the minerals listed in the question, nitrogen is required by plants in largest quantity.