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    A researcher isolates a mutant strain of Rhizobium that is unable to synthesize leghemoglobin. Which of the following is the MOST LIKELY consequence of this mutation on nitrogen fixation?

    A

    Enhanced nitrogenase activity due to increased oxygen availability

    B

    Reduced nitrogenase activity due to oxygen toxicity

    C

    No change in nitrogenase activity as leghemoglobin is not directly involved

    D

    Increased nitrogen fixation due to higher free oxygen levels

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