Phosphorus Deficiency Often Appears Early in Plant Growth and Results

Multiple Choice

Phosphorus deficiency often appears early in plant growth and results in stunting.Which of the following are reasons why a deficiency in phosphorus would cause growth abnormalities in plants? (Check all that apply.)

A) Phosphorus is required for the storage and transfer of energy.
B) Phosphorus is required for the production of amino acids that form proteins.
C) Phosphorus is required for DNA replication.
D) Phosphorus is necessary for building molecules in the cell membrane.
E) Without phosphorus,cellular replication is impeded.