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(ni-tro-gen-cy-cle) 5 syllables

Definition

noun. the series of processes by which nitrogen and its compounds are interconverted in the environment and in living organisms.

Example Sentence

We studied the nitrogen cycle in class.

More Example Sentences

Understanding the nitrogen cycle is important.

Synonyms

nitrogen transformation; nitrogen process

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