Question
Explain why denitrification occurs mainly in waterlogged soils.
Answer
Denitrification is a microbial process in the nitrogen cycle that involves the conversion of nitrates (NO3-) and nitrites (NO2-) into nitrogen gas (N2) or, in some cases, nitrous oxide (N2O). This process occurs in anaerobic (oxygen-depleted) conditions and is carried out by specialized bacteria known as denitrifiers.
There is oxygen deficiency in waterlogged soils; so microorganisms breakdown soil nitrates into ammonia; (nitrites and nitrogen to obtain oxygen for respiration)
There is oxygen deficiency in waterlogged soils; so microorganisms breakdown soil nitrates into ammonia; (nitrites and nitrogen to obtain oxygen for respiration)
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