Mineral Nutrition In Plants Question 134

Question: ‘Petiole crack’ is caused by the deficiency of

Options:

A) Potassium

B) Boron

C) Molybdenum

D) Iron

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

In Mangold plant, rotting of crown and rough condition of petiole epidermis is due to boron deficiency. Petioles of leaves show cracking of epidermis on upper surfaces in typical case of ‘crown rot’. So, petiole crack is caused due to deficiency of boron.