A growing plant exhibits chlorosis of the leaves, especially the older, more mature ones. The chlorosis is probably due to a deficiency of which of the following macronutrients?

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Chlorosis is a symptom of nitrogen deficiency in plants. Nitrogen is an essential macronutrient for the formation of chlorophyll, the pigment that gives leaves their green color. Without enough nitrogen, leaves become yellow or even white in severe cases.

A Growing Plant Exhibits Chlorosis of the Leaves, Especially the Older