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Name the form in which potassium is absorbed from the soil. Name four parts of plant in which this mineral is abundant. Mention five functions of potassium in plants.

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Potassium is absorbed as K+ ions. It is abundant in meristems, buds, leaves and root tips.

Functions:

  • It is involved in the opening and closing of stomata. It activates a number of enzymes.
  • It is involved in protein synthesis
  • It maintains turgidity of cells
  • It maintains anion cation balance of cells


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