Upload NowIn this article, some of the important interactions between nutrient elements as well as between nutrients and other factors are being described briefly. Nitrogen and Micro-Nutrients: Applied N has been reported as a possible cause of Zn deficiency in citrus plants. The application of N fertilizer accentuated the uptake of P and Zn by potatoes. […]
Interaction between Micro-Nutrient and Primary Nutrient Elements of Plants
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Top 5 Theories of Ion Uptake by Plants
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This article throws light upon the top five theories of ion uptake by plants. The theories are: 1. Lundegardh Theory 2. Contact Exchange Theory 3. Carbonic Acid Exchange Theory 4. Bennet-Clark’s Protein Lecithin Theory 5. Donnans’ Equilibrium Theory. 1. Lundegardh Theory (Electro-Chemical Theory) of Ion Uptake: Lundegardh (1945) proposed that an electrical potential gradient existing […]
Chelates: Meaning, Stability and Implications
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After reading this article you will learn about:- 1. Meaning of Chelates 2. Reaction of Organic Matter and Metal Ions 3. Stability of Chelates 4. Practical Implications in Chelation Reactions in Soils. Meaning of Chelates: The term “Chelate” is derived from a Greek word which means as a type of chemical compound in which a […]