AP Environmental Scienceeasymcq1 pt
The conversion of ammonia to nitrite and then nitrate is called
A.nitrification
B.denitrification
C.nitrogen fixation
D.ammonification
Explanation
Core Concept
Nitrifying bacteria oxidize ammonia stepwise — NH₃ → NO₂⁻ → NO₃⁻ — producing the nitrate plants prefer to absorb.
Correct Answer
Anitrification
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