NEET Solved Paper 2018 Question 7
Question: In which of the following forms is iron absorbed by plants? [NEET - 2018]
Options:
A) Free element
B) Ferrous
C) Ferric
D) Both ferric and ferrous
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Answer:
Correct Answer: B) Ferrous
Solution:
- Plants absorb iron primarily in the form of ferrous ions (Fe²⁺). While ferric ions (Fe³⁺) are also present in the soil, they are not as readily absorbed by plants. The root cells of plants often reduce ferric ions to ferrous ions before absorption.
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