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Explain how does Nitrobacter increase the soil fertility.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Introduction to Nitrobacter**: - Nitrobacter is a type of bacteria known as nitrifying bacteria. It plays a crucial role in the nitrogen cycle, which is essential for soil fertility. 2. **Role in the Nitrogen Cycle**: - Nitrobacter specifically helps in the conversion of nitrites (NO2-) into nitrates (NO3-). This process is vital because nitrates are a more stable and usable form of nitrogen for plants. ...
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