
Which group of microorganisms commonly forms nitrogen‑fixing nodules on the roots of legumes, converting atmospheric nitrogen into a plant‑usable form?
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Options:
- Rhizobium bacteria
- Mycorrhizal fungi
- Cyanobacteria
- Azotobacter
Correct answer: Rhizobium bacteria
Explanation: Rhizobium bacteria form symbiotic nodules on legume roots and use the nitrogenase enzyme to convert atmospheric N2 into ammonia, supplying biologically available nitrogen to the host plant.
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