Biology: Unity and Div. of Life (Looseleaf)
Biology: Unity and Div. of Life (Looseleaf)
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ISBN: 9781305251311
Author: STARR
Publisher: CENGAGE L
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Nitrogen deficiency stunts plant growth and causes leaves to turn yellow and then die. Why does nitrogen deficiency cause these symptoms? Hint: Think about which biological molecules incorporate nitrogen atoms.

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