Nitrification

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-007547",
  "term": "Nitrification",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A two-step biological process where ammonia is oxidized to nitrite and then to nitrate by specific microorganisms. This process occurs in soil and water, converting nitrogen from organic forms into forms usable by plants. Nitrification is a key component of the global nitrogen cycle, influencing nutrient availability in ecosystems.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/nitrification/"
}