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    Which of the following bacteria present in the soil produces a characteristic odour when it rains on heated soil?
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    Which of the following bacteria present in the soil produces a characteristic odour when it rains on heated soil?

    A.

    Micrococcus

    B.

    Staphymycetes

    C.

    Streptomycetes

    D.

    Diplomycetes

    Correct option is C


    Ans. (c) Sol. Streptomycetes bacteria in the soil produce geosmin, which is responsible for the earthy smell after rain.

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