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Nitrogen-Fixing Bacteria

Description:

Nitrogen-fixing bacteria are microorganisms that have the ability to convert atmospheric nitrogen into a form that plants can use. These bacteria play a vital role in the nitrogen cycle by facilitating nitrogen fixation, an essential process that increases soil fertility.

Senses:

Sense 1 - Noun:

A type of bacteria that can convert atmospheric nitrogen into a form that is usable by plants.

Example sentence: Leguminous plants like soybeans and peas form a symbiotic relationship with nitrogen-fixing bacteria.

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Sense 2 - Adjective:

Referring to something that relates to or involves nitrogen-fixing bacteria.

Example sentence: The agricultural practice of planting nitrogen-fixing cover crops helps to replenish nutrients in the soil.

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