Which one of the following is not an essential element for plants?
A
Iron
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B
Zinc
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C
Potassium
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D
Iodine
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Solution
The correct option is D Iodine Iodine is not an essential element for the plant. No major functions will be harmed in case of deficiency. Hence it is a micronutrient. Whereas iron, zinc and potassium are macronutrients. They are essential for structural, functional and metabolic processes.