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What role do symbiotic and asymbiotic nitrogen-fixing bacteria play in soil enrichment?
What role do symbiotic and asymbiotic nitrogen-fixing bacteria play in soil enrichment?
- Increasing soil acidity levels
- Breaking down organic matter in the soil
- Enhancing the soil's nutrient content by fixing nitrogen (correct)
- Producing harmful chemicals in the soil
Which type of microorganism is commonly used as a biofertilizer for enhancing soil fertility?
Which type of microorganism is commonly used as a biofertilizer for enhancing soil fertility?
- Blue-green algae (correct)
- Virus
- Fungi
- Bacteria causing crown gall disease
What is a possible consequence of eutrophication in aquatic ecosystems?
What is a possible consequence of eutrophication in aquatic ecosystems?
- An increase in fish diversity
- Harmful algal blooms suffocating aquatic life (correct)
- Decreased algal growth
- Improved water quality
How do biopesticides differ from synthetic pesticides regarding their effects on insects?
How do biopesticides differ from synthetic pesticides regarding their effects on insects?
What is a primary disadvantage of using fungal pesticides as biopesticides?
What is a primary disadvantage of using fungal pesticides as biopesticides?
Why are biopesticides recommended for use only in the morning?
Why are biopesticides recommended for use only in the morning?
What distinguishes parasitoids from predators in terms of their relationship with their host?
What distinguishes parasitoids from predators in terms of their relationship with their host?
Which type of bacteria is commonly associated with the development of crown gall disease?
Which type of bacteria is commonly associated with the development of crown gall disease?
What could be a challenge in storing and utilizing biopesticides compared to synthetic pesticides?
What could be a challenge in storing and utilizing biopesticides compared to synthetic pesticides?
Which of the following statements best describes the role of blue-green algae in soil enrichment?
Which of the following statements best describes the role of blue-green algae in soil enrichment?
