Q599
Which process is also called as 'Dissimilatory Nitrate Reduction'?
A.
Ammonia volatilization
B.
Nitrification
C.
Denitrification
AnswerD.
None of the above
Answer: Option C
Solution
Answer: Option C
Solution:
Denitrification is the process that is also known as "Dissimilatory Nitrate Reduction." Which refers to the conversion of nitrate by using it as an electron acceptor.Denitrification is a microbially facilitated process where nitrate is reduced and ultimately produces molecular nitrogen (N2) through a series of intermediate gaseous nitrogen oxide products. Complete denitrification serves as an efficient N-removal pathway in the environment.