This process involves the conversion of ammonia (NH3) to nitrite (NO2-) and then to nitrate (NO3-) by nitrifying bacteria. Nitrate is the main source of nitrogen used by plants.
This process involves the conversion of ammonia (NH3) to nitrite (NO2-) and then to nitrate (NO3-) by nitrifying bacteria. Nitrate is the main source of nitrogen used by plants.