Nitrogen cycle Flashcards
1
Q
Nitrogen Fixation
A
N2 gas fixed to an available form, converted to NH3
2
Q
Ammonification
A
Nitrogen is in soil
complex Form
Tied to organic matter and compounds (Chemical)
3
Q
Nitrification
A
NH4+ ions are oxidised (Broken down) to nitrate NO-2 then to NO-3 (Nitrate)
4
Q
Monster trucks
A
Nitrosomonas
Nitrobacter
Bacteria responsible for nitrification
5
Q
Dentrification
A
Water logged soil
N2 gas is used up by bacteria in water
Uses up oxygen in the process
