Factors Affecting Atmospheric Nitrogen Fixation
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What is the ideal pH range for rhizobia microbes?

  • 6.5-9.5
  • 4.5-7.5
  • 3.5-6.5
  • 5.5-8.5 (correct)
  • How do heat, ventilation, and humidity factors affect the plant growth process?

  • They decrease the efficiency of nitrogen fixation
  • They inhibit the synthesis of enzymes for nitrogen fixation
  • They have no impact on nitrogen fixation
  • They help in stabilizing the formation of root nodules (correct)
  • What is the role of molybdenum in the stabilization process?

  • It inhibits the synthesis of enzymes for nitrogen fixation
  • It has no role in nitrogen fixation
  • It helps in the formation of root nodules
  • It increases the efficiency of atmospheric N2 fixation (correct)
  • How does the C:N ratio inside the plant affect the efficiency of nitrogen fixation?

    <p>The higher the C:N ratio, the higher the efficiency of fixation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect do some viruses have on rhizobia microbes?

    <p>They decompose the microbes, reducing their numbers and the number of root nodules formed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors reduces the efficiency of nitrogen fixation?

    <p>The presence of mineral nitrogen in the soil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the presence of ammonia and nitrates affect nitrogen fixation?

    <p>Reduces the amount supplied to the nitrogen-fixing microbe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does the presence of mineral nitrogen have on the number of nodes formed on the plant?

    <p>Leads to a decrease in the number of nodes formed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the percentage of ammonia and nitrates in the plant sap as a result of their presence in the soil?

    <p>Increases significantly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the consumption of carbohydrates in the plant affect nitrogen fixation?

    <p>Reduces efficiency in fixation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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