The bacterial pseudomonas is useful because of its ability to

Options

(a) transfer genes from one plant to another
(b) decompose a variety of organic compound
(c) fix atmospheric nitrogen in the soil
(d) produce a wide variety of antibiotics

Correct Answer:

decompose a variety of organic compounds

Explanation:

Pseudomonas aeruginosa is a Gram negative, aerobic rod shaped bacteria belonging to the family Pseudomonadaceae. These bacteria are common inhabitants of soil water. They occur regularly on the surfaces of plants and occasionally on the surfaces of animals. Pseudomonas aeruginosa posseses the metabolic versatility. Organic growth factors are not required, and it can use more than thirty organic compounds for growth. It is able to grow at temperatures as high as 42 degrees. Its tolerance to a wide variety of physical conditions, including temperature, contributes to its ecological success and makes it suitable for decomposing a variety of organic compounds in varied environmental conditions.