Question

    What is the process involved in aminization during Nitrogen mineralization?

    A Conversion of inorganic Nitrogen to Organic Nitrogen Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Decomposition of proteins into amines, aminoacids and urea Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Amines and aminoacids are decomposed into ammonia Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Conversion of ammonia to nitrite and nitrate Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Aminization. The process by which microorganisms break down complex proteins to simpler amino acids, amides, and amines. Aminization is the first step of mineralization as part of the nitrogen cycle.

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