Question

Nitrogen-fixing bacteria in legumes is an example of a saprophytic relationship.true or false​

Answer 1

Answer:

TRUE

Legumes are able to form a symbiotic relationship with nitrogen-fixing soil bacteria called rhizobia. The result of this symbiosis is to form nodules on the plant root, within which the bacteria can convert atmospheric nitrogen into ammonia that can be used by the plant.

Answer 2

The answer is False.

Nitrogen-fixing bacteria in legumes is an example of a symbiotic relationship.

• Legumes and nitrogen-fixing bacteria called rhizobia form a symbiotic relationship, in which nodules are formed at the root of the plants.
• The bacteria live in the nodules and convert atmospheric nitrogen to ammonia that can be used by the leguminous plants.
• A symbiotic relationship is mutually beneficial to the two parties involved.
• In this case, the bacteria get a place to live and feed, and the plants receive nitrates required for growth and greater seed production.
• A saprophytic relationship, on the other hand, refers to the eating of dead and decaying plants and animals by an organism. Hence, it is not mutually beneficial.