Explore topic-wise MCQs in Biology.

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1.

Which of the following roles is not a criterion for essentiality of an element?

A. In its absence, plants do not set seeds
B. Irreplaceable by another element
C. Indirectly involved in the metabolism of the plant
D. Absolutely necessary for metabolism
Answer» D. Absolutely necessary for metabolism
2.

Hydroponics was demonstrated by?

A. Julius Von Sachs
B. Hoagland
C. Arnon
D. M. Calvin
Answer» B. Hoagland
3.

Nitrogen is not taken up by plants in _______ form.

A. N<sub>2</sub>
B. NO<sub>3</sub><sup> </sup>
C. NO<sub>2</sub><sup> </sup>
D. NH<sub>4</sub><sup>+</sup>
Answer» B. NO<sub>3</sub><sup> </sup>
4.

Which of the following macronutrients is used in fertilizers?

A. N
B. O
C. P
D. K
Answer» E.
5.

Which of the following elements is a macronutrient?

A. Cu
B. Mn
C. Cl
D. Mg
Answer» E.
6.

Which of the following elements is an essential element?

A. Na
B. Co
C. Fe
D. Si
Answer» D. Si
7.

Which of the following plants is not grown by hydroponics?

A. Tomato
B. Seedless cucumber
C. Lettuce
D. Pumpkin
Answer» E.
8.

Which of the following elements are required in less than 10 mmole Kg-1?

A. C
B. H
C. S
D. B
Answer» E.
9.

Hydroponics is carried out in presence of purified water and mineral salts.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
10.

Which of the element is beneficial but not essential?

A. Ca
B. Mo
C. Na
D. Zn
Answer» D. Zn