Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nitrified
Verb (past participle)
/ˈnaɪtrɪˌfaɪd/
Definition
Converted into a nitrite or nitrate, typically from ammonia through the action of bacteria.
Examples
- After being nitrified, the ammonia in the soil became accessible to plants.
- The nitrified solution was used in the agricultural experiment to enhance crop growth.
- Scientists studied how quickly the organic matter nitrified in the presence of various bacteria.
Meaning
Nitrified refers to the process of transforming compounds containing nitrogen, particularly ammonia, into nitrites or nitrates, which are more stable and usable forms of nitrogen for plants.
Synonyms
- Converted
- Transformed
- Oxidized
- Conditioned
