Consider statements about microorganisms: 1. Rhizobium fixes atmospheric nitrogen. 2. Yeast is used in baking. 3. All bacteria are pathogenic. Which are correct? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Consider statements about microorganisms: 1. Rhizobium fixes atmospheric nitrogen. 2. Yeast is used in baking. 3. All bacteria are pathogenic. Which are correct?
A. 2 and 3 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Rhizobium is a symbiotic bacterium found in legume root nodules that fixes atmospheric nitrogen into ammonia. Yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) undergoes anaerobic respiration, producing CO2 that leavens bread dough. The vast majority of bacteria are harmless or beneficial (e.g., gut flora, decomposers); only a small fraction are pathogenic to humans. Thus, statements 1 and 2 are correct.

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