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Option 1 : Nitrogen

Nitrogen is a major component of protein, chlorophyll and other enzymes that are essential for plant life.

Nitrogen

Macro nutrient

  • Major component of protein, chlorophyll and other enzymes
  • It is needed in highest amount.
  • It is absorbed as ammonium ion, nitrate ion or nitrite ion.

Potassium

Macro nutrient

  • For formation of sugar, carbohydrates, protein synthesis and division of cell in roots.

Phosphorus

Macro nutrient

  • It is necessary for seed germination, protein formation and metabolism in plants.
  • Absorbed as phosphate ions.
  • It is part of proteins, nucleic acids and nucleotides.

Calcium

Micro nutrient

  • It enhances water movement in cells and is necessary for cell growth and cell division.
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