19. Leguminous plants do not require the addition of nitrogenous fertilizers because

they can fix up atmospheric nitrogen.

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of the presence of Rhizobium bacteria in their root nodules.

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they possess nitrogen in roots, and hence, do not require external intake.

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Both (A) and (B)

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Solution

The correct option is D
Both (A) and (B)

Explanation for correct option:
Leguminous are plants of the legume family, they include the plants like lentils, beans, etc.
These plants contain rhizobium bacteria nodules in their roots.
Rhizobium is the nitrogen-fixing bacteria.
These microorganisms convert air nitrogen into soluble forms that plants may easily absorb.
Hence, the correct option is (D).

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