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ZoologyMicrobes in Human WelfareBiofertilisersEasy2 minPYQ_2020
ZoologyEasysingle choice

(i)Anabaenalives symbiotically withAzolla.

(ii)Azotobacteris a free-living N2fixer in the soil.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Options:

Answer:
C
Solution:

Anabaenais a genus of filamentous cyanobacteria that exist as plankton. They are known for nitrogen-fixing abilities, and they form symbiotic relationships with certain plants, such asAzolla.Azotobacteris a free-living N2- fixer diazotroph that has several beneficial effects on the crop growth and yield. It stimulates rhizospheric microbes, protects the plants from phyto-pathogens, improves nutrient uptake and ultimately boost up biological nitrogen fixation. The abundance of these bacteria in soil is related to many factors, mostly soil pH and fertility.

Stream:NTA_ABHYAS_NEETSubject:ZoologyTopic:Microbes in Human WelfareSubtopic:Biofertilisers
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