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The enzyme nitrogenase, which carries out nitrogen fixation, is strongly inhibited by:

  • A oxygen
  • B carbon dioxide
  • C water
  • D sunlight

Correct answer: A. oxygen

Explanation: Nitrogenase is oxygen-sensitive, so nitrogen fixation needs anaerobic or protected conditions.

Concept context

Essential mineral elements, their roles and deficiency symptoms. Nitrogen fixation and soil nutrition.

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