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The bacterial genus that will grow on artificial medium containing NH2OH.
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The process of nitrification involves the oxidation of free ammonia in soil or water for energy by nitrifiers. Bacterial species possess the enzymes required for the oxidation of ammonia to nitrite or nitrate. Hydroxylamine (NH2OH) is a reactive chemical that is used in
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