Practice mode Agronomy

What does an excess of nitrogen cause in plants?

Correct answer C. Delay in ripening

Explanation

Too much nitrogen promotes lush vegetative growth of leaves and stems at the expense of flowering and fruiting, which delays crop maturity and ripening.

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