What is Denitrification? The nitrogen cycle concludes with denitrification. The nitrogen cycle consists of living organisms fixing atmospheric nitrogen and then releasing it back into the atmosphere. Denitrification is the process of releasing nitrogen from living organisms into the atmosphere. Denitrification Process Denitrification is the last step in the nitrogen cycle. It is a naturally … Read more
What is Bioremediation? Bioremediation is a process used to clean up and detoxify polluted sites by utilizing microorganisms, plants, or their enzymes to break down and degrade environmental contaminants. It involves the natural or deliberate introduction of these biological agents to enhance the rate of degradation and transformation of pollutants. The concept of bioremediation includes … Read more
What is Nodule? Root Nodule Types In legumes, two major forms of nodules have been identified: determinate and indeterminate. Determinate nodules Indeterminate nodules Symbiosis Leguminous family Non-leguminous Root Nodule Formation Steps – Nodulation Briefly Describe When the soil contains a low concentration of nitrogen, root nodule development begins. The two symbiotic partners rely on cell … Read more
Microbe-Plant interaction Plants are immobile, but they are continuously subjected to both biotic and abiotic stress. Constant warfare exists between harmful microorganisms and the host plant, with the outcome determining resistance or disease. Plants exude a variety of organic substances, resulting in a nutrient-rich environment that is conducive to microbial growth. Therefore, plants are highly … Read more
Carbon cycle Definition Carbon cycle is the process by which carbon compounds move between the earth’s atmosphere, biosphere, geosphere, pedosphere, and hydrosphere. Properties of Carbon Physical Properties of Carbon Chemical Properties of Carbon Steps of Carbon Cycle 1. Carbon in the Atmosphere 2. Producers Absorb Carbon 3. Producers are Eaten 4. Decomposers Release Carbon 5. … Read more
Sulphur cycle Definition Sulfur Cycle Overview Types of Sulphur Cycle There are two major kinds of the Sulphur Cycle, namely; 1 . Gaseous Sulphur Cycle 2. Sedimentary Sulphur Cycle Sulphur Cycle Steps The key phases of the sulphur cycle are as follows: 1. Decomposition of Organic Compounds 2. Oxidation of Hydrogen Sulphide to Elemental Sulphur … Read more
Air microbiology Indoor air microbiology 1. Aeromicrospora of Pharmacy 2. Aeromicroflora of Hospitals 3. Other Houses 4. Aeromicroflora of Storage Materials A number of important goods are held in houses, and staff members are assigned to protect them. However, aeromicroflora degrade these substances. Several instances are provided below: (i) Library (ii) Wall Paintings Outdoor air … Read more
Various sorts of positive and negative interactions between microorganisms and plants/animals have been described previously. Similar to humans, microorganisms communicate with one another and result in both beneficial and detrimental connections. In this context, the following interactions and interrelationships have been discussed: 1. Symbiosis between Alga and Fungus (Lichens) Classification Based on the nature of … Read more
Types of Waters Inhabited by Microorganisms Biotopes of water microorganisms may include subterranean and/or surface waters, as well as sediments on the ocean floor. Microorganisms of Aquatic Environment Microorganisms inhabit surface waters in all zones; they may be suspended (plankton), cover fixed submerged objects, plants, etc. (periphyton), or reside in sediments at the bottom (benthos). … Read more
Importance Iron Cycle Manganese and Mercury Cycles Couple Iron-Manganese cycle References
