How Does Atmospheric Fixation Occur Given the High Energy Barrier

question 11

Multiple Choice

How does atmospheric fixation occur given the high energy barrier to convert nitrogen to nitrogen oxides?

• A) through the oceans that break the triple bond of nitrogen and allow for the combination with water
• B) through clouds that allow for nitrogen to combine with oxygen
• C) in the soil by bacteria that reduce nitrogen to ammonia
• D) through lightning that breaks the triple bond of nitrogen and allows for the combination with oxygen

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