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1. The loss of nitrogen from soil by biological or chemical means. It is a gaseous loss, unrelated to loss by physical processes such as through leachates.  
 
  
  
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2. The breakdown of nitrates by bacteria living in the soil, resulting in the release of free nitrogen. This process takes place under anaerobic conditions, such as are found in water-logged soil, and it reduces soil fertility.<ref>[http://www.coastalpractice.net/glossary/index.htm CoPraNet Glossary]</ref>
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Latest revision as of 11:13, 1 March 2022

Definition of Denitrification:
The conversion of nitrate (NO3-) into quasi-inert gases N2 (dinitrogen) and N2O (nitrous oxide) by microbial oxidation of organic matter.
This is the common definition for Denitrification, other definitions can be discussed in the article


See: Nutrient conversion in the marine environment

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