NAME: John Andrew D.
Goce SECTION: 1 BSA-D
PLANT NUTRITION
Write the functions of the nutrients for plants and its corresponding deficient symptoms
when the nutrient is not given.
NUTRIENT MAJOR FUNCTIONS IN
PLANTS
Nitrogen is also a component of the
chlorophyll molecule, which enables the
plant to capture sunlight energy by
photosynthesis, driving plant growth and
grain yield. Nitrogen plays a critical role
NITROGEN within the plant to ensure energy is
available when and where the plant
needs it to optimize yield.
Phosphorus plays a crucial role in plant
growth and development by facilitating
energy transfer, promoting root growth,
and supporting the formation of DNA
and RNA molecules.
PHOSPHORUS
The major function of potassium in
plants is to regulate water balance,
enhance photosynthesis, improve stress
tolerance, and enhance the overall
growth and development of the plant.
POTASSIUM
VISUAL DEFICIENCY
SYMPTOMS
Slow growth and uniform yellowing of
older leaves are usually the first
symptoms of nitrogen (N) deficiency.
Nitrogen-deficient plants produce
smaller than normal fruit, leaves, and
shoots and these can develop later than
normal. Broadleaf foliage in fall may be
more reddish than normal and drop
prematurely.
Phosphorus deficiency tends to inhibit or
prevent shoot growth. Leaves turn dark,
dull, blue-green, and may become pale in
severe deficiency. Reddish, reddish-
violet, or violet color develops from
increased Calcium is needed by plants to
produce new growing points and root
tips. Deficiency symptoms: New foliage,
buds and roots have stunted growth.
Younger leaves curl downwards with
browning of leaf edges and leaf tips, also
known as tip burn. In some plants, they
may also show abnormally green foliage
anthocyanin synthesis. Symptoms appear
first on older parts of the plant.
Potassium-deficient plants are easily
distinguished by their tendency to wilt
on dry, sunny days. The overall
appearance of the plant is wilted or
drooping. Deficient plants will have a
stocky appearance with short internodes.
Younger leaves’ growth is inhibited, and
they have small leaf blades.
 The major function of calcium In plants
is to regulate cell division and growth,
strengthen cell walls, and improve the
uptake of other essential nutrients.
CALCIUM
NUTRIENT MAJOR FUNCTIONS IN
PLANTS
The major function of sulfur In plants is
to participate in the synthesis of
important amino acids, vitamins, and
enzymes that support plant growth and
overall health.
SULFUR
Iron plays a crucial role in plants by
serving as an essential component of
chlorophyll, which helps in
photosynthesis, and in the production of
enzymes involved in respiration and
IRON energy metabolism.
The major function of manganese in
plants is to help in the process of
photosynthesis by playing a role in the
activation of enzymes, and also to
maintain the structure of plant tissues by
MANGANESE participating in the formation of strong
cell walls.
Calcium is needed by plants to produce
new growing points and root tips.
Deficiency symptoms: New foliage, buds
and roots have stunted growth. Younger
leaves curl downwards with browning of
leaf edges and leaf tips, also known as
tip burn. In some plants, they may also
show abnormally green foliage
VISUAL DEFICIENCY
SYMPTOMS
Sulfur deficiency in plants is
characterized by yellowing of the leaves,
starting from the older leaves and
moving towards the newer ones. The
yellowing appears as a uniform color,
not as distinct green and yellow patches.
The leaves also become thin and stunted,
with a curled appearance.
Iron is an essential micronutrient for
plants, and a visual deficiency of iron
can manifest as yellowing of leaves,
known as chlorosis
A visual deficiency of manganese in
plants can manifest as yellow or pale
green chlorotic spots on the leaves, and
can sometimes result in stunted growth.
The deficiency affects new growth first,
which can lead to a general yellowing of
the plant as the older green leaves
become chlorotic as well.
 The major function of magnesium in
plants is to aid in the process of
photosynthesis by serving as a
component in the chlorophyll molecule,
enabling the plant to absorb light energy
MAGNESIUM and convert it into chemical energy for
growth and survival.
The major function of copper in plants is
to aid in various metabolic processes,
such as the formation of pigments, the
regulation of gene expression, and the
protection against oxidative stress.
COPPER
NUTRIENT MAJOR FUNCTIONS IN
PLANTS
The major function of zinc in plants is to
act as a cofactor in various metabolic
processes, including enzyme activation,
DNA synthesis, and regulation of gene
expression.
ZINC
The major function of molybdenum in
plants is to act as a cofactor for enzymes
involved in the nitrogen metabolism,
specifically in the process of nitrogen
fixation and the reduction of nitrates to
MOLYBDENUM ammonia.
The major function of boron In plants is
to assist in the transport of sugars and
maintaining the structural integrity of
BORON cell walls, which is crucial for proper
growth and development.
The visual deficiency of magnesium in
plants is characterized by yellowing of
the older leaves, starting from the bottom
of the plant and moving upward. This
yellowing is caused by a lack of
chlorophyll production, which is
necessary for photosynthesis.
A visual deficiency of copper In plants
can be seen as yellowing or wilting of
the leaves, stunted growth, and distorted
or twisted stems and leaves. The tips of
the leaves may turn brown or black and
the margins may become curled or
rolled. The roots may also become
stunted or reduced in size.
VISUAL DEFICIENCY
SYMPTOMS
Yellowing of leaves: Zinc deficiency can
cause yellowing of the leaves, starting
from the tips and margins and moving
inward. This is because zinc is involved
in the production of chlorophyll, which
gives plants their green color.
Interveinal chlorosis: Interveinal
chlorosis is a type of leaf yellowing
where the veins remain green while the
rest of the leaf turns yellow. Twisted
leaves: Zinc deficiency can cause the
leaves to become distorted, curled, or
twisted.
Visual deficiency of molybdenum in
plants manifests as yellowing of the
leaves, starting from the edges and
spreading inward. This yellowing is
referred to as “molybdenum chlorosis”.
In severe cases, the entire leaf can
become yellow, eventually leading to
leaf death. The plant may also exhibit
stunted growth and reduced flowering.
Visual deficiency of boron in plants can
manifest as stunted growth, curling of
leaves, and distortion of the stems and
fruits. The affected leaves may yellow
and die, while the tips and margins of the
leaves may become brown and necrotic.
The plant’s reproductive structures, such
as flowers, fruits and seeds, may be

The major function of cobalt In plants is
to assist in the process of nitrogen
fixation, which helps the plant to
convert atmospheric nitrogen into a
form that can be utilized for growth and
COBALT development
deformed and may not mature properly.
Additionally, the plant may become
more susceptible to diseases and pests.
Overall, visual deficiency of boron in
plants can result in reduced yields and
lower crop quality.
Visual deficiency of cobalt in plants can
result in stunted growth, yellowing of
leaves, and reduced overall plant health.
The yellowing of leaves is due to a
reduction in chlorophyll synthesis, as
cobalt is a crucial component in the
synthesis of vitamin B12, which is
essential for chlorophyll production. In
severe cases, plant death may occur