Among the following the set of essential nutrient elements, which are absorbed as anions by plants is

A. Boron, chlorine, copper, iron, manganese

B. Capper, iorn, phosphorus, sulphur, zinc

C. Potassium, manganese, molybdenum, phosphorus zinc

D. Boron, chloride, molybdenum, phosphorus, sulphur

Answer: Option D

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Anions are negatively charged ions while cations are positively charged ions.
Anions are the type of ions that have gained electrons.
Boron, chloride, molybdenum, phosphorus and sulphur are the essential nutrients that are absorbed as anions by plants for normal growth and development of the plant.