Question

select odd one out :A)nitrogen, B)phosphorus, C) potassium, D) manganese ​

Answer 1

Nutrients can be distinguished as micro nutrients and macronutrients depending on their requirements. N, P, K are the macro nutrients

Answer 2

Answer:

D) Manganese is the odd one out.

Explanation:

• Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium and Manganese all are nutrients used by plants.

• Nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium are macronutrients which are used in large quantities.

• Manganese are micronutrients used in small quantities.

• Macronutrients are referred as primary or secondary nutrients. Micronutrients are final essential elements necessary for plant survival.

• Manganese aid in nitrogen metabolism and also helps in breakdown of carbohydrates.
• Nitrogen is essentially required for crop formation and plant growth.
• Phosphorus is required significantly and large amount for photosynthesis and energy transport.
• Potassium improves disease resistance, photosynthesis and quality of seeds and fruit.