Absorption of minerals : The minerals are absorbed by the plants in two ways.
1. Passive absorption through the apoplast pathway - The movement of ions generally take place through the ion channels that is the transmembrane protein that function as selective pores. It does not require energy.
2. Active absorption through the symplast pathway - It requires the expenditure of energy. The ions are slowly into the inner space.
What are the steps involved in formation of root nodule
Which of the following statements are true? If false, correct them.
1. Boron deficiency leads to stout axis.
2. Every mineral element that is present in the cell is needed by cell.
3. Nitrogen as a nutrient is highly immobile in the plants.
4. It is very easy to establish the essentiality of micronutrients, because they are required in traces.
