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What is nitrogen fixation?
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The conversion of atmospheric nitrogen into ammonia $\mathrm{NH}_3$ is known as nitrogen fixation. Bacteria that perform nitrogen fixation are either free living or they may form symbiotic associations with other organisms. Eg- protozoans, termites.
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