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Which are the most important properties of the hydroponic nutrient solution.

Containing lots of hummus, clay and sand.

Having the right number of microorganisms.

Supporting the plant's physical structure and facilitating a balanced air-to-water ratio.

Decomposing during crop production and containing various contaminants (viruses, moulds, fungi, pathogenic bacteria, …)

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Why is a nutrient solution used in hydroponic plant production?

To provide water to the plant and the right environment for beneficial microorganism.

To cut costs in hydroponic plant production.

Because it is formulated to meet the nutritional needs of plants through water instead of soil.

Because it is more accessible than regular soil used for plant production.

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What are signs of nutrient deficiencies?

Apical shoot growth, shiny leaves and flowering.

Wilting of old leaves, strong pungent smell and black dots under leaves.

Wilting of new leaves, yellowing around leaf veins and entering reproductive stage.

Leaf curling and yellowing, stunted growth and chlorosis.

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Which macronutrients do plants need most?

N, P, K

N, B, Cu

P, Ca, Cl

Cl, P, Al

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