Which of the following bacterium is associated with the roots of legumes?
Rhizobium
The correct option is A:
Explanation of the correct option:
Rhizobium is the bacteria associated with the root of legumes which helps in the supply of nitrogen from the atmosphere.
Explanation of the incorrect option:
Option B:
Nostoc is a genus of cyanobacteria found in various environments that forms colonies composed of filaments of moniliform cells that form cells in a gelatinous sheath.
Option C:
Spirogyra is a type of green algae that comes under Zygnematales.
Option D:
Clostridium is a genus of Gram-positive bacteria and also a significant human pathogen causing diarrhea and other infections.
Final answer: Rhizobium bacterium is associated with the roots of legumes.