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Q · Nutrition and Nutrients Medium · 45s
Which nutrient is NOT required by animals but is essential for plants?
TopicNutrition and Nutrients
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Nickel is required by plants for urease enzyme activation, but is not an essential nutrient for animals.
Final Answer: Option C — Nickel