SSC CGL Official PYQGeneral Awareness12 Sep 2025 (Shift 1)
Q.
The process of ‘Nitrification’ in the nitrogen cycle involves:
A
a) Conversion of nitrogen gas to ammonia
B
b) Conversion of ammonia to nitrites and then nitrates
C
c) Release of nitrogen back into the atmosphere
D
d) Absorption of nitrogen by animals
Correct Answer: Option B)
Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Nitrification is the biological oxidation of ammonia to nitrite, followed by the oxidation of nitrite to nitrate, carried out by specialized nitrifying bacteria.