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Question
A microorganism oxidises nitrites and ammonia, uses the released energy for ATP production and contributes to nutrient cycling. How should it be classified?
Explanation
Chemosynthetic autotrophic bacteria oxidise inorganic substances such as nitrites and ammonia. They use the released energy for ATP production and help recycle nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, iron and sulphur.
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