Element necessary for the middle lamella

Element necessary for the middle lamella
A Ca
B Zn
C K
D Cu

Detailed Solution

The middle lamella, which cements adjacent plant cells together, is made mainly of calcium pectate (and magnesium pectate).
So calcium is essential for the formation of the middle lamella. It is also needed for spindle formation and membrane function.
So the element necessary for the middle lamella is Ca.

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