MCQ
The nitrogen molecules present in the air can be converted into nitrates and nitrites by:
  • A biological process of nitrogen fixation by the bacteria present in the soil.
  • B
    A biological process of carbon fixation by an animal present in the soil.
  • C
    A biological process of nitrogen fixation by the fungi present in the soil.
  • D
    A biological process of nitrogen fixation by the leaves of the plant.

Answer

Correct option: A.
A biological process of nitrogen fixation by the bacteria present in the soil.
Nitrogen fixation is a biological process in which nitrogen molecules present in the air are converted into nitrates and nitrites by nitrogen$-$fixing bacteria present in the soil. Nitrogen is an inert gas and is not accessible to plants. However, nitrates and nitrites are easily accessible to plants due to the presence of nitrogen$-$fixing bacteria that are either free$-$living or form a symbiotic association with plants.

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