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Which of the following bacteria is present in the rumen of cattle ?

General Science Biology Zoology Class 12th NEET UG NEET UG Preparation

Q. 21 of Quiz-1459 (Que-ID : 3389)

Which of the following bacteria is present in the rumen of cattle ?

  • Azotobacter
  • Rhizobium
  • Methanobacterium
  • Azospirillum

Ans → (c)Methanobacterium

Explanation → Methanobacterium is present in the rumen of cattle.

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