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Four reactions which are involved in the nitrogen cycle.
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In nature, nitrogen is present in abundance. It constitutes around 79% of air, but nitrogen is not available in a free form to the organisms. Nitrogen cycle refers to the circulation of nitrogen between the atmosphere and the organisms.
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Microbiology: A Systems Approach
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