Ammonification


 
 
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Ammonification

Ammonification:

  The process of conversion of complex organic compounds (plant and animal proteins) into ammonia is called ammonification. The proteins of dead plants and animals are broken down by bacteria present in the soil, which convert them into ammonium ions. A number of animals excrete urine, which contains urea.

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Question : 1

The process of conversion of complex organic compounds (plant and animal proteins) into ammonia is called ____________________.

Right Option : B
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Question : 2

Which of the following are correct :

(a) The process of conversion of complex organic compounds into ammonia is called ammonification.

(b) The proteins of dead plants and animals are broken down by bacteria present in the soil, which convert them into ammonium ions.

(c) The process of conversion of complex organic compounds into ammonium is called ammonification.

Right Option : A
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Question : 3

The process of conversion of ______________________ compounds into ammonia is called ammonification.

Right Option : B
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