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Nutrient |
Functions |
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Nitrogen (N)  |
Synthesis of proteins (growth and yield). |
|
Phosphorus (P) |
Cellular division and formation of energetic structures. |
|
Potassium (K) |
Transport of sugars, stomata control, cofactor of many enzymes, reduces susceptibility to plant diseases. |
|
Calcium (Ca) |
A major building block in cell walls, and reduces susceptibility to diseases. |
|
Sulphur (S) |
Synthesis of essential amino acids cystin and methionine. |
|
Magnesium (Mg) |
Central part of chlorophyll molecule. |
|
Iron (Fe) |
Chlorophyll synthesis. |
|
Manganese (Mn) |
Necessary in the photosynthesis process. |
|
Boron (B) |
Formation of cell wall. Germination and elongation of pollen tube. |
|
Zinc (Zn) |
Auxins synthesis. |
|
Copper (Cu) |
Influences in the metabolism of nitrogen and carbohydrates. |
|
Molybdenum (Mo) |
Component of nitrate-reductase and nitrogenase enzymes. |
