Section 1
Nutritional Requirements of Plants
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Plant Nutrition
Plants meet their nutritional needs for growth by absorbing soil nutrients, water, and carbon dioxide, in addition to the required sunlight.
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The Chemical Composition of Plants
Plants are composed of water, carbon-containing organics, and non-carbon-containing inorganic substances such as potassium and nitrogen.
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Essential Nutrients for Plants
Approximately 20 macronutrients and micronutrients are deemed essential nutrients to support all the biochemical needs of plants.