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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Which microbial process converts excess soil nitrates back into atmospheric gaseous nitrogen (N2)?
Options
A Assimilatory nitrate reduction
B Denitrification
Correct Answer
C Ammonification
D Nitrification
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Denitrifying bacteria (e.g., Pseudomonas) convert nitrates into gaseous N2 under anaerobic conditions.

Hint

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