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In nitrogen fixation, the plant obtains the nitrogen it needs to synthesize proteins, while the bacteria obtain carbon from the plant and a secure environment to inhabit within the plant roots. Which statement best explains the symbiotic relationship between the plants and the bacteria?

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Answer: Mutualism

Explanation: The symbiotic relationship between the plant and bacteria is known as mutualism. Mutualism is a close, and most times a long-term relationship between two or more different biological species just like in this case the plant and bacteria. in this relationship both specie or organisms involved benefits from each other.

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