Multiple Choice
A mutant of Rhizobium leguminosarum is able to survive and reproduce in the laboratory outside of plant roots, but can no longer initiate root nodule formation. What type of genes are most likely mutated in this mutant?
A) rhz genes
B) myc genes
C) nif genes
D) nod genes
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