Question

what are macro and micronutrients and why are they so called? ​

Answer 1

Answer:

Macro-nutrients are those nutrients which are required in large quantities for growth and development of plants. Since they are required in large quantities, they areknown as macro-nutrient. The six macro-nutrients required by plants are nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium, and sulphur.

Answer 2

Answer:

Macro Nutrients - It is very important for survival of an organism.It is needed in large amounts so as to protect from infections and for proper growth.Ex -Proteins, carbohydrates,fats.

Micronutrients -It is only needed in small amounts so as to flourish the body with other requirements.Ex.-Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium.,etc