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Give two examples of photosynthetic micro-organisms which also fix atmospheric nitrogen.

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To answer the question, "Give two examples of photosynthetic micro-organisms which also fix atmospheric nitrogen," we can follow these steps: ### Step 1: Understand the Concepts - **Photosynthetic Micro-organisms**: These are organisms that can perform photosynthesis, converting light energy into chemical energy. - **Nitrogen Fixation**: This is the process by which atmospheric nitrogen (N₂) is converted into usable forms like ammonium (NH₄⁺), nitrate (NO₃⁻), and nitrite (NO₂⁻). ### Step 2: Identify Photosynthetic Micro-organisms that Fix Nitrogen - Among the photosynthetic microorganisms, certain types of cyanobacteria (also known as blue-green algae) are known for their ability to fix atmospheric nitrogen. ...
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ICSE-MINERAL NUTRITION -TEST YOUR PROGRESS (VERY SHORT ANSWER TYPE QUESTIONS )
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  2. Name one function and one deficiency symptom of the following elements...

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  3. Give two examples of photosynthetic micro-organisms which also fix atm...

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  4. What is nitrification?

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  5. Where from do chemoautotrophs derive energy for synthesis of their foo...

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  6. Name the organism that fixes nitrogen in association with Brazilian gr...

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  7. Why is it not necessary to supply nitrogenous fertilisers to the legum...

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  8. Name any two macronutrients and state their importance in plant nutrit...

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  9. Mention the most significant function/role of Azotobacter.

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  10. Mention the most significant function/role of leghaemoglobin

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  11. Name two organisms whose Symbiotic association leads to nitrogen fixat...

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  12. Which two physiological processes provide the FAD and ATP required for...

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  13. In the root nodules of leguminous plants, what is the role off nitroge...

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  14. Name the element which is required for the activity of nitrate reducta...

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  15. A plant requires potassium mainly for?

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  16. The deficiency of which element is responsible for heart rot of beetro...

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  17. Which mineral is required for all phosphorylation reactions?

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  18. What symptoms are shown by plants due to phosphorus deficiency?

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  19. What is chlorosis?

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  20. The deficiency of which element may cause leaf tip bending?

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