Type: Nutrient Category
Description: Micronutrients are essential chemical elements required by plants in very small quantities but are crucial for proper physiological functions. These include elements like iron (Fe), manganese (Mn), zinc (Zn), copper (Cu), molybdenum (Mo), boron (B), and chlorine (Cl).
Attributes:
- Key Nutrients:
- Iron (Fe): Important for chlorophyll synthesis.
- Manganese (Mn): Involved in photosynthesis, respiration, and nitrogen assimilation.
- Zinc (Zn): Crucial for enzyme activation and growth regulation.
- Copper (Cu): Plays a role in photosynthesis and respiration.
- Molybdenum (Mo): Essential for nitrogen fixation and nitrate reduction.
- Boron (B): Important for cell wall formation and reproductive development.
- Chlorine (Cl): Involved in osmosis and ionic balance.
Factors Influencing Micronutrient Uptake:
- Soil pH: Affects the solubility and availability of micronutrients.
- Organic Matter: Influences micronutrient retention and release.
- Soil Texture: Impacts the mobility and availability of micronutrients.
Relationships:
- Related Properties:
- Macronutrients: Required in larger quantities but both are essential for plant health.
- Soil Health: Overall soil condition that supports nutrient availability and uptake.
- Applications:
- Soil Amendments: Adding micronutrient-rich fertilizers to correct deficiencies.
- Foliar Sprays: Direct application of micronutrients to plant leaves for quick absorption.
