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In a process of global nitrogen cycle, which among the following is not the key step?
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In a process of global nitrogen cycle, which among the following is not the key step?

A.

Fixation of atmospheric N2 to NH3 and NH4 and by bacteria

B.

Denitrification of nitrate by bacteria back to N2

C.

Nitrification of these molecules to nitrate by bacteria

D.

Nitrate oxidation by plants

Correct option is D

Nitrate oxidation by plants is not a key step in the nitrogen cycle. Plants primarily uptake nitrate (NO3-) and ammonium (NH4+) for their metabolic needs, but they do not oxidize nitrate.

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