Minerals known to be required in large amounts for plant growth include

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Minerals known to be required in large amounts for plant growth include
A Phosphorus, potassium, sulphur, calcium
B Calcium, magnesium, manganese, copper
C Potassium, phosphorus, selenium, boron
D Magnesium, sulphur, iron, zinc

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Macronutrients: C, H, O, N, S, P, Ca, K and Mg.
Micronutrients: Fe, Mn, B, Cu, Zn, Mo, Cl and Ni.
So phosphorus, potassium, sulphur and calcium are all macronutrients.

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