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Nitrogen cycle

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nitrogen_cycle)

The nitrogen cycle is the process by which nitrogen is converted between its various chemical forms. This transformation can be carried out through both biological and physical processes. Important processes in the nitrogen cycle include fixation, ammonification, nitrification, and denitrification. The majority of Earth's atmosphere (78%) is nitrogen. (Wikipedia)

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Broader TermsNarrower TermsRelated Terms
Biogeochemical cycle
Denitrification
Nitrification
Nitrogen fixation
Nitrogen metabolism
Nitrogen mineralization

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Approved Date
06-Nov-2012

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