This article throws light upon the functions of various essential elements in the growth of plants. The essential elements are: 1. Carbon, Oxygen and Hydrogen 2. Nitrogen 3. Phosphorus 4. Potassium 5. Calcium 6. Magnesium 7. Sulphur 8. Iron 9. Manganese 10. Copper 11. Zinc 12. Molybdenum 13. Boron 14. Chlorine, Cobalt and Sodium. 1. […]
Essential Elements and the Growth of Plants
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Toxicity Symptoms of Nutrients in Plants
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After reading this article you will learn about the toxicity symptoms of various nutrients in plants:- 1. Iron 2. Aluminum 3. Manganese 4. Copper 5. Zinc 6. Boron 7. Molybdenum 8. Chlorine. 1. Iron: Plant growth is reduced, Roots become thick and brown. Tiny brown spots appear on lower leaves of paddy plant. These spots […]
Farm Yard Manure (FYM): Preparation and Use
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After reading this article you will learn about the preparation and use of Farm Yard Manure (FYM). Preparation of Farmyard Manure: (i) In India, a major portion of cattle dung is used as fuel by farmers, after being converted into dung cake. Urine is completely soaked into the earthen floor of the cattle shed, thus […]