Question

The nutrients required by a plant in very small quantities are called___.

• A. macronutrients
• B. micronutrients
• C. manures
• D. fertilizers

Answer 1

The correct option is B

micronutrients

Nutrients are supplied to plants through soil, air and water in different quantities. Nutrients that are supplied in large quantities are called macro-nutrients (e.g.,nitrogen, calcium) and that are supplied in small quantities are called micro-nutrients (e.g.,boron, iron , zinc).