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| AGRY 51500 - Plant Mineral Nutrition |
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Associated Term:
Summer 2024
Learning Outcomes: 1. Identify and describe the essential mineral nutrients required for plant growth. 2. Recognize the symptoms of nutrient deficiencies and toxicities in plants and understand the underlying physiological and biochemical changes. 3. Understand the mechanisms of nutrient uptake from the soil by roots, the role of root hairs, mycorrhizal associations, and the transport of nutrients within the plant through xylem and phloem. 4. Comprehend the biochemical pathways and processes through which plants assimilate and utilize nutrients. 5. Explore the signaling mechanisms that regulate nutrient uptake and utilization, including sensing mechanisms, gene expression, and hormonal responses. Required Materials: Technical Requirements: |
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