rhizobium

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A genus of bacteria that typically live in the root nodules of leguminous plants and are capable of fixing atmospheric nitrogen.

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1. Nitrogen-fixing bacteriumC1formalscientific

   A type of soil bacterium that forms symbiotic relationships with leguminous plants, living in root nodules and converting atmospheric nitrogen into a form usable by the plant.

   Knöllchenbakterium

   • Rhizobium bacteria are essential for the growth of clover and alfalfa.
   • Farmers often inoculate soybean seeds with Rhizobium to improve soil fertility.
   • The symbiotic relationship between Rhizobium and legumes enriches the soil with nitrogen.