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What would most likely happen in the nitrogen cycle if denitrifying bacteria did not perform their role?

O A. The major source of nitrates would be from lightning.

O B. Chemical fertilization would be needed to add more nitrates to the cycle.

O C. Nitrate-forming bacteria would take over the affected ecosystems.

OD. Too much nitrogen would be bound up in the form of nitrates.

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Answer:

D. Too much nitrogen would be bound up in the form of nitrates.

Explanation:

denitrifying bacteria are microorganisms whose action results in the conversion of nitrates in the soil to free atmospheric nitrogen. If there are no functioning denitrifying bacteria, there will be excess nitrate in the soil.

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