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The Natural Microbial Oxidation of Nitrogen Released by Organic Matter

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The natural microbial oxidation of nitrogen released by organic matter mineralization is a major source of soil acidity.


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Blood

Circulatory fluid of a closed circulatory system. Of vertebrates, fluid connective tissue consisting of plasma and cellular components (red cells, white cells, platelets) that form in bones.

Tubular Secretion

A process in the kidneys where substances are actively transported from blood into the urine through the tubules.

Peritubular Capillaries

In a kidney, capillaries that branch from an efferent arteriole; surround and exchange substances with a kidney tubule.

Filtrate

Filtrate refers to the fluid that has passed through a filter, which can include the removal of solids from liquids or gases.

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