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Plants need 13 different minerals to survive.

(nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium, sulfur, boron, copper, iron, chloride, zinc, and molybdenum)

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What is needed by plants and animals to live and grow?

Well, plants need carbon dioxide and animals need oxygen.


Plants obtain the mineral nutrients they need from?

Plants obtain the mineral nutrients they need from the soil. The roots of the plants absorb essential nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium from the soil to support their growth and development. These nutrients are essential for various physiological processes in plants, including photosynthesis and growth.


What happens to plants when they do not get all their minerals?

When plants don't get all the necessary minerals, they may show deficiency symptoms such as yellowing of leaves, stunted growth, or reduced fruit production. The lack of specific minerals can disrupt essential biological functions, affecting the plant's overall health and productivity. Replenishing the missing minerals through fertilizers or soil amendments can help correct these deficiencies and promote healthy plant growth.


Why do green plants need food from the store?

Green plants get their food through photosynthesis, where they convert sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water into energy-rich sugars. They do not need to obtain food from a store as they can produce their own through this process. The nutrients they need, such as minerals, are usually obtained from the soil.


What do plants need to grow other than carbohydrates?

Plants also need water, sunlight, minerals (such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium), and oxygen to grow. These essential elements help plants carry out photosynthesis, nutrient uptake, and other metabolic processes necessary for growth and development.