The Oxidation of Ammonia (NH₄⁺) to Nitrate (NO₃^-) Is Called

question 45

Multiple Choice

The oxidation of ammonia (NH₄⁺) to nitrate (NO₃^-) is called

• A)ammonification.
• B)nitrogen fixation.
• C)photosynthesis.
• D)nitrification.
• E)denitrification.

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Definitions:

Transcription

The process by which the genetic information in a strand of DNA is copied into a new molecule of messenger RNA (mRNA).

Translation

The process by which the sequence of bases in messenger RNA is converted into the sequence of amino acids in a protein by ribosomes and transfer RNA.

Prokaryotes

Microorganisms that lack a distinct nucleus and other organelles due to the absence of a membrane surrounding their genetic material.

Eukaryotes

Organisms whose cells contain a nucleus enclosed within membranes, distinguishing them from prokaryotes, which lack a membrane-bound nucleus.