Question

Rhizobium helps in conversion of atmospheric nitrogen into ammonia.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is A

True

Rhizobium helps in fixing atmospheric nitrogen. They do this by converting it into ammonia. They are present in the nodules on the roots of leguminous plants like peas and lentils as a symbiont. Their relationship is symbiotic as the plant serves as a host for them and in return the ammonia fixed by the Rhizobium is used by the plant for their nutritive purposes.