Nostoc and Anabaena have specialised cells called heterocysts for
A
absorption of water
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B
absorption of minerals
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C
fixing atmospheric nitrogen
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D
transfer of oxygen
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Solution
The correct option is C fixing atmospheric nitrogen Organisms like Nostoc and Anabaena have specialised cells called heterocysts for fixing atmospheric nitrogen.