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Which is not an essential micronutrient for plants? UPSC Prelims PYQ 1996

Which one of the following is not an essential micronutrient for plants?

  1. Boron
  2. Zinc
  3. Sodium
  4. Copper

Explanation

Option (c) is correct
  • Essential micronutrients for plants include Boron, Zinc, Copper, Iron, Manganese, Molybdenum, etc. Sodium is not essential for most plants (except some halophytes and C4 plants in limited roles).
Answer: (c) Sodium
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