Question #ff151
1 Answer
Oct 12, 2017
Iron is essential for chlorophyll metabolism. Without it, a plant cannot grow.
Explanation:
A detailed paper on the mechanisms is posted here:
Investigations Role Chlorophyll Metabolism I. Effect of Iron Deficiency on Chlorophyll and Heme Content
http://www.plantphysiol.org/content/plantphysiol/38/6/632.full.pdf
Investigations Role Chlorophyll Metabolism II. Effect of Iron Deficiency on Chlorophyll Synthesis
http://www.plantphysiol.org/content/38/6/638.full.pdf
