Which of the following best describes von Liebig's "law of the minimum"?

A) A plant will grow best when levels of herbivory are as low as possible.
B) A plant will grow at a rate limited by the nutrient in lowest supply relative to the needs of the plant.
C) A plant's reproduction is limited by the minimum height of the plant.
D) A plant cannot grow at temperatures below its lower tolerance limit.


B

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