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denitrification

/dɪˌnaɪtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does denitrification mean?

noun

The process by which microorganisms convert nitrate into nitrogen gas, often occurring in soil and water.

Example

"The denitrification process in the wetlands helped to reduce the levels of nitrate in the nearby river."

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