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What is the main mechanism through which Azolla fixes nitrogen?
Through the cyanobacterium Anabaena azolla in its dorsal leaves
What is the role of Azolla in rice-duck farming?
Controlling weeds and pests, reducing chemical fertilizer use, and sustaining rice production
Why is Azolla considered an ideal nutrient input in farming systems?
Due to its high nitrogen-fixing capacity, rapid multiplication, and quick nutrient release
In what way does Azolla help in reducing environmental impact?
By decreasing the use of chemical fertilizers and associated energy inputs
What is the significance of Azolla in the context of rising costs of chemical fertilizers?
It provides an alternative to expensive chemical fertilizers
Test your knowledge about the integration of Azolla in rice farming, its benefits in controlling weeds and pests, and its role as a nitrogenous biofertilizer.
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