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      Question

      Which out of the following is considered as a

      biofertilizer in a paddy field?
      A Anabaena Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B Nostoc Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C Cyanobacteria Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D Oscillatoria Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      • Cyanobacteria are autotrophic microbes widely distributed in aquatic and terrestrial environments many of which can fix atmospheric nitrogen,
      • e.g. Anabaena, Nostoc, Oscillatoria, etc. In paddy fields, cyanobacteria serve as an important biofertiliser. Blue green algae also add organic matter to the soil and increase its fertility.

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