The enzyme nitrogenase is rather unique, as it specifically functions in the:
A) absence of oxygen.
B) absence of nitrogen.
C) absence of carbon dioxide.
D) presence of oxygen.
E) presence of carbon dioxide.

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Nitrogenase is an enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of nitrogen gas to ammonia, a process known as nitrogen fixation. It is highly sensitive to oxygen and functions effectively only in anaerobic (absence of oxygen) conditions.

The Enzyme Nitrogenase Is Rather Unique, as It Specifically Functions