micronutrient

(noun)

a mineral, vitamin, or other substance that is essential, even in very small quantities, for growth or metabolism

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Examples of micronutrient in the following topics:

  • Essential Nutrients for Plants

    • Approximately 20 macronutrients and micronutrients are deemed essential nutrients to support all the biochemical needs of plants.
    • The essential elements can be divided into macronutrients and micronutrients .
    • These minerals, along with the micronutrients, also contribute to the plant's ionic balance.
    • These micronutrients, or trace elements, are present in very small quantities.
    • The seven main micronutrients include boron, chlorine, manganese, iron, zinc, copper, and molybdenum.

  • Energy and Nutrient Requirements for Prokaryotes

    • Prokaryotes need a source of energy, a source of carbon, macronutrients, and micronutrients to survive.
    • Nutrients that are required in large amounts are called macronutrients, whereas those required in smaller or trace amounts are called micronutrients.
    • These are referred to as micronutrients or trace elements.