Question

    Which of the following nutrient plays key role in sugar synthesis in Sugarcane?

    A Potassium Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Calcium Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Iron Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Nitrogen Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Potassium (K) plays a pivotal role in sugarcane production. It is an enzyme activator in plant metabolisms such as photosynthesis, protein synthesis, starch formation, and translocation of proteins and sugars. Under conditions of K deficiency, translocation of photosynthates in sugarcane can decrease substantially.

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