nitrification

The Nitrogen cycle

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The cyclic movement of nitrogen between atmosphere and living organisms or the exchange of nitrogen between atmosphere and living organisms is known as nitrogen cycle. It is also one of the gaseous-cycle. Nitrogen is the most essential element for almost all forms of life. Living organisms need nitrogen atoms to make amino acids, proteins, enzymes, … Read more

Eutrophication and its type

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Eutrophication and its type

Introduction It is a natural process, which has been derived from the Greek word ‘eutrophos’ that means well-nourished or enriched. This enrichment leads to other slow processes which is called as “natural aging of lakes”. C.H Weber described eutrophication as nutrient rich conditions that is used to determine the flora of German peat bogs as eutrophe, … Read more