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MIC 121 Role and Applications of Microorganisms Objective Question

Question

Which microorganism is known for forming a symbiotic relationship with legume root nodules to fix nitrogen?
Options
A <i>Azotobacter</i>
B <i>Trichoderma</i>
C <i>Rhizobium</i>
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D <i>Bacillus thuringiensis</i> (Bt)
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 7, under 'NITROGEN FIXATION & BIOFERTILIZERS', lists 'Rhizobium – symbiotic nitrogen fixer in legume root nodules.'

Hint

Look for the specific example of a symbiotic nitrogen fixer in the agriculture section on page 7.

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