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The aerobic decomposition of nitrogenous organic matter gives __________

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The  aerobic decomposition of  nitrogenous organic matter gives __________

(a) Nitrites and water

(b) Carbon dioxide and water

(c) Nitrates and ammonia

(d) Nitrogen and ammonia

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I need to ask this question from Biological Characteristics of Waste Water in section Wastewater Characteristics of Environmental Engineering

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Right option is (c) Nitrates and ammonia

Easiest explanation: Nitrogenous organic matter (oxidation by aerobic bacteria) —–> NO^–3 + NH3 + Energy.

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