Q1078
The process of formation of nitrogen and nitrous oxide gases from ammonical fertilizers in soil is known as
A.
Ammonification
B.
Nitrification
C.
Denitrification
AnswerD.
Mineralization
Answer: Option C
Solution
Answer: Option C
Solution:
The process of formation of nitrogen and nitrous oxide gases from ammonical fertilizers in the soil is known as Denitrification.It is a microbially facilitated process where nitrate is reduced and ultimately produces molecular nitrogen through a series of intermediate gaseous nitrogen oxide products.