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why is nitrogen important for all living organisms

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  • Nitrogen is the basic ingredient of amino acids that make up the protein.
  • Nitrogen is the major component of chlorophyll which takes part in photosynthesis.
  • Nitrogen is the significant component of DNA (nucleic acid) which allows the cells to replicate and grow.
  • To some extent enzymes are also composed of nitrogen.

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