| nitrification |
An aerobic process in which bacteria change the ammonia and organic nitrogen in wastewater into oxidized nitrogen (usually nitrate). The second-stage BOD is sometimes referred to as the "nitrification stage" (first-stage BOD is called the "carbonaceous stage").
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| nitrifying bacteria |
Bacteria that change the ammonia and organic nitrogen in wastewater into oxidized nitrogen (usually nitrate).
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| nitrogen dioxide |
CAS Number: 10102-44-0. A toxic, reddish-brown gas that is a strong oxidizing agent. It is produced by combustion (as of fossil fuels), and is an atmospheric pollutant. Chemical formula = NO2. Molecular weight = 46.0055 g/mol.
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| nitrobenzene |
CAS Number: 98-95-3. A poisonous, yellow, insoluble oil with an almond odor that is used as a solvent, as a mild oxidizing agent, and in making aniline. Chemical formula = C6H5NO2. Molecular weight = 123.11 g/mol. Learn More...
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| nitrous oxide |
Also known as: Laughing gas and Dinitrogen monoxide. CAS Number: 10024-97-2. A colorless, nonflammable gas with a slightly sweet odor. Used mainly as an anesthetic in minor and major surgeries. Chemical formula = N2O. Molecular weight = 44.02 g/mol.
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