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General Knowledge · Q1036

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Competitive Exams · General Knowledge · question 1036

Q1036

Through nitrogen fixation process nitrogen in the atmosphere is converted into

A.
Ammonium
Answer
B.
Hydroxide
C.
Nitrate
D.
Chlorite

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Fixation converts nitrogen in the atmosphere into ammonium that plants can absorb through their root systems. A small amount of nitrogen can be fixed when lightning provides the energy needed for N2 to react with oxygen, producing nitrogen oxide, NO, and nitrogen dioxide, NO2.