Which of the Following Elements Is Correctly Matched with Its

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following elements is correctly matched with its major function in plants?

• A) phosphorus-alters membrane permeability
• B) sulfur-essential part of chlorophyll
• C) potassium-opens and closes stomata
• D) carbon-maintains turgidity of cells
• E) calcium-involved in nitrogen-fixation

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