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Which group of microorganisms have highest biomass in soil

A. Bacteria

B. Actinomycetes

C. Fungi

D. Algae

Answer: Option C

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Fungi is the group of microorganisms that have the highest biomass in the soil.
The maximum limit is up to 790 μg C/g soil and it is found in the soil with surface organic horizons in the form of thin moss/lichen litters, in which the development of fungal mycelium is most active.

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