Which of the following sets contains only macro-nutrients essential for plant growth and development?

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A Iron, Zinc, Boron
B Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium
C Copper, Chlorine, Manganese
D Molybdenum, Iodine, Calcium

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Answer: B. Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium

• Answer: B
• Explanation: Plants require 16 essential nutrients. Macro-nutrients are required in large quantities and include Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P), Potassium (K), Calcium, Magnesium, and Sulphur. The others listed (like Iron, Zinc, and Boron) are micro-nutrients needed only in trace amounts.

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Which of the following sets contains only macro-nutrients essential for plant growth and development?

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