Little leaf disease, characterized by extremely small and crowded leaves, is primarily due to the deficiency of:
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Correct answer: Zinc
Zinc is required for the biosynthesis of auxin (indole acetic acid). A deficiency in zinc leads to reduced auxin levels, resulting in stunted leaf growth and the 'little leaf' condition.
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