Question 36
Nutrient CyclingWhich of the following bacteria reduces nitrates in the soil to gaseous nitrogen?
- A.Putrefying bacteria
- B.Nutrifying bacteria
- C.Saprophytic bacteria
- D.Denitrifying bacteria
- E.Parasitic bacteria
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (Denitrifying bacteria)
Explanation
Denitrifying bacteria turn nitrates back into nitrogen gas.