WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

	Enter your search terms Submit search form
	Web www.wordnet-online.com

Definitions from WordNet

Definitions from the Web

Nitrous Bacterium

Description:

A nitrous bacterium is a type of bacterium that plays a crucial role in the nitrogen cycle by converting harmful nitrogen compounds into less harmful forms, such as nitrogen gas. These bacteria are essential for maintaining the balance of nitrogen in the ecosystem.

Senses:

• Sense 1: A microorganism responsible for the process of nitrification.

Sample sentences:

1. The nitrous bacterium converts ammonia into nitrites during the process of nitrification.
2. These specialized bacteria are capable of oxidizing nitrites to nitrates.
3. Nitrous bacterium is crucial in breaking down nitrogen compounds in the soil to release nitrogen gas into the atmosphere.

Related products on Amazon:

• Books on Nitrous Bacterium
• Microscopes for studying Nitrous Bacteria
• Nitrate Test Kits for measuring bacterial activity