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Which of the following microorganism is used to prepare biofertilizers?

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Algae
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Protozoa
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Virus
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None of the above
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Solution

The correct option is A Algae
Biofertilizer is a substance that contains living organisms which is used to increase the fertility of the soil. It improves the growth of plant by increasing the availability of nutrients to the host plant. Various biofertilizers are Rhizobium, Azotobacter, blue green algae (BGA). Algae have ability of nitrogen fixation, therefore adding organic matter and extra nitrogen to the soil. This increases the soil fertility.
Thus, the correct answer is option A.

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