Plant Nutrition Quiz

What is the process by which plants make their own food using sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water?

• Photosynthesis

• Transpiration

• Respiration

• Fermentation

Which part of the plant is primarily responsible for mineral absorption?

• Stem

• Leaves

• Flowers

• Roots

What is the role of nitrogen in plant nutrition?

• Plants can survive without nitrogen as it is not essential for their growth

• Nitrogen helps plants produce more oxygen through photosynthesis

• Nitrogen is essential for the formation of proteins, enzymes, and chlorophyll in plants.

• Nitrogen is only needed in small amounts and has no significant role in plant nutrition

How are water and nutrients transported within a plant?

• Through the soil and air

• Through the stem and flowers

• Through the leaves and roots

• Through xylem and phloem tissues

Which nutrient is commonly found in fertilizers and is essential for plant growth and development?

• Carbon

• Nitrogen

• Iron

• Calcium

What is the primary pigment responsible for capturing light energy during photosynthesis?

• hemoglobin

• carbon dioxide

• nitrogen

• chlorophyll

Which of the following is not a micronutrient essential for plant growth?

• Carbon

• Nitrogen

• Potassium

• Phosphorus

What is the process of adding nutrients to the soil to enhance plant growth called?

• Watering

• Pruning

• Fertilization

• Weed control

Which of the following is a symptom of nutrient deficiency in plants?

• Darkening of stems

• Wilting of flowers

• Yellowing or browning of leaves

• Increased growth

What is the primary source of carbon dioxide for photosynthesis?

• Water

• Air

• Soil

• Sunlight