Practice mode Bioenergetics

A shortage of which element causes plant leaves to turn yellow?

Correct answer A. Magnesium

Explanation

Magnesium is the central atom of every chlorophyll molecule, so when it is lacking, chlorophyll cannot be made and leaves become yellow, a condition called chlorosis.

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