Overview
Rhizobium symbiosis is a vital ecological interaction between rhizobium bacteria and leguminous plants, where both parties benefit. The bacteria fix atmospheric nitrogen into ammonia, which plants can use for growth, while the plants provide carbohydrates and a habitat for the bacteria. This relatio...
Key Terms
Example: Rhizobium bacteria perform nitrogen fixation in root nodules.
Example: The relationship between rhizobium and legumes is a type of symbiosis.
Example: Beans and peas are common legumes.
Example: Root nodules are essential for nitrogen fixation.
Example: Rhizobium and legumes exhibit mutualism.
Example: Nitrogen-fixing bacteria enhance soil fertility.
Related Topics
Nitrogen Cycle
The series of processes by which nitrogen and its compounds are interconverted in the environment and in living organisms.
intermediateSoil Microbiology
The study of microorganisms in the soil and their ecological roles.
advancedPlant Nutrition
The study of how plants obtain and utilize nutrients for growth.
intermediateKey Concepts
Nitrogen FixationSymbiosisLegumesBacterial Interaction