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Sourav PanAugust 18, 2024

At root nodules, which of the following C4 organic acid(s) is/are transported across the symbiosome membrane and into bacteroids?

At root nodules, which of the following C4 organic acid(s) is/are transported across the symbiosome membrane and into bacteroids?

(A) Succinate
(B) Pyruvate
(C) Malate
(D) Fumarate

 

Sourav Pan
Sourav PanAugust 18, 2024

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Answer: (A) Succinate
(C) Malate
(D) Fumarate

Explanation:
Succinate, malate, and fumarate are C4 organic acids transported into bacteroids in root nodules, providing carbon sources for nitrogen fixation.

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