Question

Where do rhizobium bacteria live? What is their function?

Answer 1

Rhizobium:

1. Rhizobium is a bacterium that lives in a symbiotic relationship with leguminous plants and forms root nodules.
2. Nitrogen fixation is not possible on its own.
3. It requires a plant host for this reason.
4. It is an important supplier of nitrogen for agricultural soils, especially in dry areas.
5. These bacteria are responsible for nitrogen fixation in leguminous plants such as peas, lentils, and other legumes.