Q. The product(s) of reaction catalyzed by nitrogenase in root nodules of leguminous plants is/are :
A) Nitrate alone
B) Ammonia and oxygen
C) Ammonia and hydrogen
D) Ammonia alone
Explanation
[Solution] $N_2 + 8e^- + 8H^+ + 16ATP \rightarrow 2NH_3 + H_2 + 16ADP + 16Pi$; ammonia and hydrogen are formed. Answer (3).
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