Multiple choice

Many blue green algae are capable of fixing atmospheric nitrogen. Which of the following structures play a significant role in nitrogen fixation in the blue green algae?

  1. Akinetes

  2. Aplanospores

  3. Trichogyne

  4. Heterocysts

  5. Parthenospores
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Heterocysts refer to the specialized cells found in certain filamentous blue green algae that are capable of fixing atmospheric nitrogen.

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