Leghemoglobin

• Product Name:Leghemoglobin
• Synonyms: Leghemoglobin
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Leghemoglobin is a substance which is present only in the root nodules of leguminous crops and gives pink color to the root nodules. It facilitates the diffusion of oxygen. The leghemoglobin pigment limits the oxygen supply to the bacteroid. The amount of leghemoglobin and the quantity of nodule bacteroids present together decide the amount of nitrogen fixed by legumes. Nitrogen fixation is an anaerobic process.<br/> Structurally and functionally, leghemoglobin has much in common with animal myoglobin, including its property of binding oxygen.