Find the incorrect statement with respect to mineral absorption 

1. Uptake of K+ ions into outer or free space of cells is passive

2. In the metabolic phase Ca2+ ions pass into inner space, i.e, cytoplasm and vacuole

3. Absorption of ions into inner space is passive 

4. Maximum mineral absorption occurs through zone of cell elongation 

Subtopic:  Mechanism of Absorption of Elements |
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(a) Soil are reservoir of all mineral elements that are essential for the proper growth and development of plants.

(b) Initial uptake of minerals into the symplast is slow

(c) Uptake of minerals in inner space is rapid

1. All are correct

2. Only (a) is incorrect

3. (b) & (c) are incorrect

4. Only (c) is incorrect

Subtopic:  Mechanism of Absorption of Elements |
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