Which of the following ecological functions are carried out by bacteria/microbes? (Mark all that apply.)
Which of the following ecological functions are carried out by bacteria/microbes? (Mark all that apply.)
Recycling and releasing phosphorus, iron, potassium, and other nutrients from detritus into the soil
Denitrification - converting nitrates to non-reactive nitrogen gas (N2)
Serving as the primary producers in the detritus food web.
Converting atmospheric nitrogen (N2) to reactive forms of nitrogen
Breaking down cellulose and other resistant organic molecules thus releasing CO2 to the atmosphere