What is nitrogen assimilation? Describe nitrate and ammonia assimilation in plants. Need a quality answer.
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Nitrogen is an essential nutrient for plant growth and development, and it is required for the synthesis of proteins, nucleic acids, and other important molecules. There are two main forms of nitrogen that plants can assimilate: nitrate (NO3-) and ammonia (NH3). Show more…
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