Question

What will happen if nitrogen fixation does not take place?

Answer 1

Nitrogen fixation:

1. Nitrogen fixation is an essentially biological process and initial stage in the nitrogen cycle.
2. In this process of nitrogen fixation, nitrogen in the atmosphere is converted into ammonia (another form of nitrogen).
3. Nitrogen fixation helps in converting free nitrogen to nitrate and ammonia, which are further transformed into amino acids, proteins, and other important nitrogenous molecules.
4. Nitrogen fixation is done by certain bacterial species like the Rhizobium, Azotobacter, etc., and by another natural phenomenon.

If nitrogen fixation does not take place:

1. Organisms are unable to grow in the absence of nitrogen fixation.
2. Plants that are deficient in nitrogen appear pale or yellowish.
3. They produce quite fewer flowers & fruits than other plants.
4. The majority of plants will also not be able to directly consume nitrogen from the environment.
5. Chemicals that are necessary for functional & structural growth that not be generated if nitrogen fixation does not occur.