Question

Given below are two statements:
Statement (I):High Cu in soil causes Fe chlorosis in citrus
Statement (II):Application of potassium increases Mn & Fe content in rice
In light of the above statements,choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.

• A. Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are true.
• B. Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are false.
• C. Statement (I) is true but Statement (II) is false.
• D. Statement (I) is false but Statement (II) is true.

Hint:

To prevent iron toxicity (bronzing) in flooded rice, farmers are advised to apply adequate potassium fertilizers.
This practice utilizes the antagonistic relationship between potassium and iron to reduce iron uptake.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C