Nitrogen fixation

noun

Word Frequency: 0.9

Definitions

1.nounThe conversion of atmospheric nitrogen into ammonia and organic derivatives, by natural means, especially such conversion, by microorganisms in the soil, into a form that can be assimilated by plants

Synonyms

denitrification nitrogenisation nitrogenation codenitrification nitrogenization nitrogen cycle haber process nitrification chemodenitrification ammonification denitrifier denitration

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