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In root nodules, leghaemoglobin...

In root nodules, leghaemoglobin

A

Transports oxygen to root nodules

B

Acts as an oxygen scavanger

C

Acts as a catalyst in transamination

D

Provides energy to nitrogen fixing bacteria.

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