Which of the following depends on bacteria?
conversion of dead organic matter to fossil fuel
photosynthesis
dissolution
nitrogen fixation
I think its A but I feel it could also be D, could you plz help?
There is no D given.
Srry I meant to say C because there are only three choices
i think its a
Sure! To determine which of the options depends on bacteria, we can analyze each one:
A) Conversion of dead organic matter to fossil fuel: This process is mainly facilitated by bacteria. Bacteria break down organic matter such as dead plants and animals, and through millions of years of heat and pressure, this organic matter can be converted into fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas.
B) Photosynthesis: Photosynthesis is a process carried out by plants, algae, and some bacteria. These organisms convert sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide into glucose (a type of sugar) and oxygen. While bacteria do play a role in certain types of photosynthesis, such as in cyanobacteria, it is not the main process dependent on bacteria.
C) Dissolution: Dissolution is the process by which a solid substance dissolves in a liquid. This process does not depend on bacteria. It is primarily governed by factors such as temperature, pressure, and the nature of the substance and the solvent.
D) Nitrogen fixation: Nitrogen fixation is a process in which certain bacteria, known as nitrogen-fixing bacteria, convert atmospheric nitrogen gas into a form that plants can utilize, such as ammonia or nitrate. This process is crucial for making nitrogen available to other living organisms and is hence dependent on bacteria.
Based on the explanations, option D (nitrogen fixation) depends on bacteria, whereas option A (conversion of dead organic matter to fossil fuel) doesn't primarily depend on bacteria. The correct answer is D.