nitrikaation
Nitrification is a crucial biological process in the nitrogen cycle, involving the aerobic oxidation of ammonia (NH3) into nitrate (NO3−) through a series of microbial-mediated steps. This process is carried out primarily by specific groups of bacteria known as nitrifiers, which include ammonia-oxidizing bacteria (AOB) and nitrite-oxidizing bacteria (NOB).
The process begins with ammonia oxidation, where ammonia is converted into nitrite (NO2−) by AOB such as
Nitrification plays a vital role in soil fertility by making nitrogen available to plants. It also influences
Environmental factors like pH, temperature, oxygen levels, and substrate availability significantly influence nitrification rates. In engineered
Overall, nitrification is a key microbial process that helps maintain nitrogen balance in ecosystems, supporting plant