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Nitrify (Verb)

Convert into nitric acid, nitrous acid, or nitrate, especially with the action of nitrobacteria.

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Nitrobacteria in the soil can nitrify ammonia into nitrite and then into nitrate.
The process of nitrification can nitrify organic nitrogen compounds into nitrate.
Nitrifying bacteria in wastewater treatment plants nitrify ammonia into nitrate, rendering the water safer for release.
In aquatic ecosystems, the process that helps to nitrify nitrogen from decomposing matter is crucial for the food chain.
Soil microbes and plants work together to nitrify, fix, and assimilate nitrogen from the air.

Treat with nitrogen or a nitrogen compound.

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The soil bacteria work to nitrify ammonia, converting it into a usable form for the plants.
These microorganisms can nitrify organic waste, turning it into valuable fertilizer.
By adding nitrogen-rich substances, farmers can nitrify the fields before planting their crops.
The process of nitrification involves using specialized bacteria to nitrify the sewage at treatment plants.
Nitrificants can nitrify ammonia-rich effluent, reducing its environmental impact.

Treat (soil) with nitrates.

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The fertilizer added ammonia to the soil which then helped to nitrify it for optimal plant growth.
Scientists developed a specialized compound to nitrify the barren soil back to its fertile state.
These beneficial bacteria thrive in moist environments where they work to nitrify nutrients for plants.
Certain bacteria are known to nitrify soil, transforming ammonia into nitrate for the plants.
Specialists will be required to nitrify the poor soil conditions and provide a plan for future soil health management.