Denitrification — Science definition
Microbial pathways converting oxidized nitrogen compounds to gaseous forms under suitable conditions.
Where it is taught
- Biogeochemical Cycles — Ecosystems & Conservation Decisions, Life Science: Biology, Grade 10
In use
Other bacteria then perform denitrification, returning nitrogen gas to the atmosphere and closing the loop.
Biogeochemical Cycles
Taught alongside
- biogeochemical cycle
- carbon cycle
- nitrogen fixation
- transpiration
- photosynthesis
- cellular respiration
- nitrification