Eutrophication

Nitrogen fixation

The process of converting nitrogen gas N2 into ammonia that are useable by living organisms and plants does not essential biological processes like building DNA and other protein molecules.

Assimilation

When plants and animals incorporate nitrogen from these inorganic forms into their bodies.

Denitrification

The process where decomposes from the soil or water convert NH3 into Nitrogen gas where it escapes into the atmosphere.

Anthropogenic

A natural system, landscape, or system of processes thar has been significantly created, altered, or shaped by human activities rather than solely by natural forces.

Ammonification

Bacteria and fungi break down organic compounds the Nh3 which releases back into the atmosphere