Question

Cells of root nodules of leguminous plants fix nitrogen.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is B False

Nitrogen fixation:

1. Nitrogen fixation in leguminous plants is carried out by the soil bacteria called “Rhizobium”.
2. Rhizobium is a gram-negative soil bacteria that lies in the root nodules of the leguminous plants.
3. Rhizobium converts nitrogen from the atmosphere into ammonia that can be used by the plant for its growth and development.
4. When the legume dies nodules start to break down. As a result, Rhizobium is released back to the cell where it can infect a new host.
5. Rhizobium helps in improving the productivity and fertility of the soil, so that plant can flourish in time.

Final answer: - The given statement is false.