Nitrification (noun)

The process of converting ammonium compounds to nitrites and nitrates in soil, water, and waste systems.

Origin:

The word nitrification comes from the latin word "nitrum" meaning "nitre" and the suffix "-ification" meaning "the act of". nitrification is the process of converting nitrite to nitrate in soil and water.

Examples:

1. Nitrification is an important process in the nitrogen cycle.
2. The nitrification process is carried out by Nitrosomonas and Nitrobacter bacteria.
3. In the treatment of wastewater, nitrification is necessary to remove nitrogenous compounds.
4. The nitrification process occurs in soil and water bodies, leading to increased nitrate levels.
5. Nitrification can also occur in the human body, leading to the formation of nitrosamines.