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Explain the implication of C:N ratio in the nutrient dynamics in the soil

Explain the implication of C:N ratio in the nutrient dynamics in the soil.

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Makenzi
Soil microorganisms that are responsible for decomposition of organic matter requires Nitrogen for energy, materials poor in Nitrogen will mean that microorganisms will utilize the available soil Nitrogen in decomposing the material with lower C:N ratio (high in lignin and cellulose).
Makenzi answered the question on May 21, 2019 at 09:50

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