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denitrifying bacteria |
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denitrifying bacteria: see nitrogen cycle nitrogen cycle, the continuous flow of nitrogen through the biosphere by the processes of nitrogen fixation, ammonification (decay), nitrification, and denitrification. ..... Click the link for more information. . denitrifying bacteriaSoil microorganisms whose action results in the conversion of nitrates in soil to free atmospheric nitrogen, thus exhausting soil fertility and reducing agricultural productivity. Without denitrification, earth's nitrogen supply would eventually accumulate in the oceans, since nitrates are highly soluble and are continuously leached from the soil into nearby bodies of water. See also nitrifying bacteria. denitrifying bacteria [dē′nī·trə‚fī·iŋ bak′tir·ē·ə] (microbiology) Bacteria that reduce nitrates to nitrites or nitrogen gas; most are found in soil. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Anhydrous ammonia releases the most nitrous oxide because of its effect on denitrifying bacteria, Venterea says. Initial reactions in the anaerobic oxidation of toluene and m xylene by denitrifying bacteria. Pumps would control the flow of polluted water into and through the marsh to ensure prolonged contact between nitrate-laden water and denitrifying bacteria. |
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