Multiple choice

Which enzyme is responsible for the reduction of molecular nitrogen to the level of ammonia in leguminous root nodules?

  1. Nitrogenase

  2. Nitrate reductase

  3. Nitrite oxidase

  4. Hexokinase

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Explanation

Nitrogenase enzyme is present in the root nodules of leguminous plants, which helps in the conversion of atmospheric free nitrogen into ammonia.