AMMONIFIED Meaning and
Definition
-
Ammonified is an adjective used to describe a substance or material that has undergone ammonification, a process in which organic nitrogen compounds are converted into ammonia. This term is commonly used in the field of ecology and soil science.
Ammonification is a natural process that occurs during the decomposition of organic matter, such as dead plants or animal waste. It involves the action of certain bacteria and fungi that break down nitrogen-rich compounds found in these organic materials. These organisms convert complex nitrogen compounds, such as proteins or urea, into simpler and more readily available forms, primarily ammonia (NH3). This transformation allows plants and other organisms to easily uptake and utilize the nutrient.
When a substance or material has been ammonified, it means that it has undergone this specific organic nitrogen breakdown process. This can occur in various environments, including soil, water bodies, and compost heaps. Ammonification plays a crucial role in nutrient cycling and availability within ecosystems.
In agricultural practices, ammonification is significant as it helps to release nitrogen from organic fertilizers or manure, making it more accessible to plants. This process contributes to the overall fertility of soils and supports plant growth. Ammonified substances are therefore valuable resources for agricultural activities, acting as natural fertilizers that replenish the soil with essential nutrients.
Overall, the term ammonified refers to the result of the ammonification process, describing organic nitrogen compounds that have been converted into ammonia, thereby facilitating nutrient recycling and supporting the growth of various organisms.
Etymology of AMMONIFIED
The word "ammonified" is derived from the root word "ammonia" and the suffix "-ify".
The term "ammonia" comes from the Latin word "ammoniacum", which referred to the gum resin obtained from the plant known as "gum ammoniac". It was believed that this plant grew near the temple of Amun in ancient Libya.
The suffix "-ify" is derived from the Latin "-ficāre", which means "to make" or "to cause". It is used to form verbs, indicating the process of making or causing something. Thus, when "-ify" is added to "ammonia", it creates the term "ammonify" or "ammonified", which means to convert into, treat with, or produce ammonia.
Conjugate verb Ammonified
CONDITIONAL
I
would ammonified
you
would ammonified
he/she/it
would ammonified
we
would ammonified
they
would ammonified
CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS
I
would be ammonifieding
you
would be ammonifieding
he/she/it
would be ammonifieding
we
would be ammonifieding
they
would be ammonifieding
CONDITIONAL PERFECT
I
would have ammonified
you
would have ammonified
he/she/it
would have ammonified
we
would have ammonified
they
would have ammonified
CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS
I
would have been ammonifieding
you
would have been ammonifieding
he/she/it
would have been ammonifieding
we
would have been ammonifieding
they
would have been ammonifieding
FUTURE
I
will ammonified
you
will ammonified
he/she/it
will ammonified
we
will ammonified
they
will ammonified
FUTURE CONTINUOUS
I
will be ammonifieding
you
will be ammonifieding
he/she/it
will be ammonifieding
we
will be ammonifieding
they
will be ammonifieding
FUTURE PERFECT
I
will have ammonifieded
you
will have ammonifieded
he/she/it
will have ammonifieded
we
will have ammonifieded
they
will have ammonifieded
FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS
I
will have been ammonifieding
you
will have been ammonifieding
he/she/it
will have been ammonifieding
we
will have been ammonifieding
they
will have been ammonifieding
IMPERATIVE
you
ammonified
we
let´s ammonified
to ammonified
PAST
I
ammonifieded
you
ammonifieded
he/she/it
ammonifieded
we
ammonifieded
they
ammonifieded
PAST CONTINUOUS
I
was ammonifieding
you
were ammonifieding
he/she/it
was ammonifieding
we
were ammonifieding
they
were ammonifieding
PAST PARTICIPLE
ammonifieded
PAST PERFECT
I
had ammonifieded
you
had ammonifieded
he/she/it
had ammonifieded
we
had ammonifieded
they
had ammonifieded
PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS
I
had been ammonifieding
you
had been ammonifieding
he/she/it
had been ammonifieding
we
had been ammonifieding
they
had been ammonifieding
PRESENT
I
ammonified
you
ammonified
he/she/it
ammonifieds
we
ammonified
they
ammonified
PRESENT CONTINUOUS
I
am ammonifieding
you
are ammonifieding
he/she/it
is ammonifieding
we
are ammonifieding
they
are ammonifieding
PRESENT PARTICIPLE
ammonifieding
PRESENT PERFECT
I
have ammonifieded
you
have ammonifieded
he/she/it
has ammonifieded
we
have ammonifieded
they
have ammonifieded
PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS
I
have been ammonifieding
you
have been ammonifieding
he/she/it
has been ammonifieding
we
have been ammonifieding
they
have been ammonifieding
