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Choose the odd one among the following with reference to microbes as biofertilizers: (a) Ladybird beetles (b) Azotobacter (c) Azospirillum (d) Rhizobium - Biology (Theory)

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Choose the odd one among the following with reference to microbes as biofertilizers:

  1. Ladybird beetles 
  2. Azotobacter 
  3. Azospirillum 
  4. Rhizobium
Odd One Out
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Solution

Ladybird beetles

Explanation:

Azotobacter, Azospirillum, and Rhizobium are all nitrogen-fixing microorganisms used as biofertilizers to improve soil fertility.
Ladybird beetles are insect predators (they feed on aphids and other pests) and are used as biocontrol agents, not as biofertilizers. 

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Chapter 12: Microbes in Human Welfare - BOARD EXAMINATION QUESTIONS [Page 504]

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Nootan Biology [English] Class 12 ISC
Chapter 12 Microbes in Human Welfare
BOARD EXAMINATION QUESTIONS | Q 8. | Page 504
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