Which of the following statements is/are TRUE for nitrogen fixation? A. Process is performed by nitrifying soil bacteria. B. Performed by bacteria present in the roots of all plants. C. Reduction of N2 to NH3. D. Consumes a negligible amount of ATP.

Which of the following statements is/are TRUE for nitrogen fixation? A. Process is performed by nitrifying soil bacteria. B. Performed by bacteria present in the roots of all plants. C. Reduction of N2 to NH3. D. Consumes a negligible amount of ATP.

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Which of the following statements is/are TRUE for nitrogen fixation?

A. Process is performed by nitrifying soil bacteria.

B. Performed by bacteria present in the roots of all plants.

C. Reduction of N₂ to NH₃.

D. Consumes a negligible amount of ATP.

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