Question

Plants obtain hydrogen from _________

• A. atmospheric hydrogen
• B. water in soil
• C. methane from fertilizers
• D. H2 from sunlight

Answer 1

Answer:

B. water in soil

• Plants obtain hydrogen from water in the soil.

• Hydrogen from sunlight is formed from fusion reactions and is helpful in photosynthesis.

• Atmospheric hydrogen is inflammable and not helpful for plants.

• Fertilizers are not preferred as a source for hydrogen as it has many side effects.

• Water is the best source of hydrogen for plants.