Which of the following is a major source of nitrogen in the atmosphere?
A) meteorite collisions
B) photosynthesis
C) the breakdown of ozone
D) decay of plants
E) chlorofluorocarbons

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The decay of plants is a major source of nitrogen in the atmosphere. When plants die, the nitrogen in their tissues is broken down by bacteria and fungi, and released into the air in the form of nitrogen gas (N2).

Which of the Following Is a Major Source of Nitrogen