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Question
In the first stage of nitrification, ammonia is oxidized to nitrites by bacteria such as:
Correct Answer
Option C is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
The notes specify that bacteria like Nitrosomonas, Nitrococcus, and Nitrospira are responsible for oxidizing ammonia to nitrites in the first stage of nitrification.
Hint
The name of this bacteria gives a clue: it 'monas' (works on) 'nitroso-' (compounds related to nitrites).