What are the sources of leghemoglobin?
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Leghemoglobin, the oxygen-carrying protein responsible for the reddish-pink color inside active legume root nodules, is created through a fascinating symbiotic partnership between a plant and nitrogen-fixing bacteria. While its natural origin lies within this plant-microbe interaction, advancements in biotechnology have enabled entirely new sources for this versatile molecule.
