Describe the Three Different Forms of Nitrogen by Which Different

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Essay

Describe the three different forms of nitrogen by which different organisms dispose of excess nitrogen obtained in the diet. Give examples of organisms that produce these different forms.

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Definitions:

Manic Episode

a period of abnormally elevated mood, arousal, and energy levels, often seen in bipolar disorder.

Neurotransmitter

A chemical substance released at the end of a nerve fiber by the arrival of a nerve impulse, transmitting the impulse to another nerve fiber, a muscle fiber, or some other structure.

Chronic Depression

A prolonged state of depression that lasts for years, often characterized by persistent sadness and loss of interest.

Norepinephrine

A neurotransmitter and hormone important in the body's stress response, also involved in arousal, alertness, and the regulation of blood pressure.