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MIC 121 Mib compilations3 Objective Question

Question

Nitrogen fixation is the conversion of:
Options
A N2 to N
B N2 to NH3
Correct Answer
C N2 to NO3-
D N2 to urea
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Nitrogen fixation is the biological process by which atmospheric molecular nitrogen (N2) is converted into ammonia (NH3) by certain microorganisms, making nitrogen available for biological use.

Hint

This crucial process converts an inert atmospheric gas into a biologically usable form of nitrogen.

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