Chapter 1 Nutrition in Plants



1.1 What is Nutrition?



Nutrition is the process by which organisms take in food and utilize it to get energy, grow, and stay healthy. Nutrients are components in food necessary for body functioning, e.g. carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals.



Types of Nutrition:



1. Autotrophich Nutrition



Found in green plants. Plants make their own food using sunlight, CO₂ and water



CO2



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Autotrophich Nutrition



Heterotrophic Nutrition...