The process of formation of nitrogen and nitrous oxide gases from ammonical fertilizers in soil is known as

A. Ammonification

B. Nitrification

C. Denitrification

D. Mineralization

Answer: Option C

Solution(By Examveda Team)

The process of formation of nitrogen and nitrous oxide gases from ammonical fertilizers in the soil is known as Denitrification.
It is a microbially facilitated process where nitrate is reduced and ultimately produces molecular nitrogen through a series of intermediate gaseous nitrogen oxide products.