Middle element of the biological cycle.
NO2, this is one of the steps in the nitrogen cycle. It is toxic to most creatures, and should be at un-measurable levels after a tank has cycled.
Intermediate nitrogen compound in the biological conversion of Ammonia to Nitrate in the Nitrogen Cycle. Nitrite is toxic to fish, but less so than Ammonia.
NO2. Lethal to fish and other pond life. Nitrate poisoning causes fish to gasp at water surface. Water treatment
a compound that contains this group, being either an ionic or a covalent compound, i
An oxidized form of nitrogen toxic to plants composed of one nitrogen atom and two oxygen atoms.
Similar to nitrate, however nitrite can cause decreased oxygen carrying capacity in anyone.
The intermediate form of nitrogen between ammonium and nitrate.
This is a toxic compound of the nitrogen cycle and should be kept at as low a level as possible at all times.
Nitrogen is one of the most abundant elements. About 80 percent of the air we breath is nitrogen. It is found in the cells of all living things and is a major component of proteins. Inorganic nitrogen may exist in the free state as a gas N2, or as nitrate NO3-, nitrite NO2-, or ammonia NH3+. Organic nitrogen is found in proteins and is continually recycled by plants and animals. (Credit: referenced link)
It is the middle element of the aquarium nitrogen cycle, being converted from ammonia. It is harmful to most aquatic creatures at any level.
NO2Ã, the reduced form of nitrate. A compound that is formed when bacteria pull off an oxygen from a nitrate.
a food additive that may trigger headaches for some people. Nitrites are commonly found in processed meats, such as bacon, pepperoni, hot dogs, ham, sausage, luncheon meats and deli-style meats and other cured or processed meats. Some heart medications contain nitrates.
NO3, nitrogenous waste practically harmless to turtles. Less toxic to fish than nitrates.
Product in the first step of the two-step process of conversion of ammonium (NH4) to nitrate (NO3) .
Traces of nitrite are produced when chlorine and ammonia are used in the disinfection process. Levels are minimised through careful operation of the disinfection process. See the DWI web site for more information (under ‘nitrate'). 0.1 mg/l
Toxic by-product of fish excrement, decaying organic material.
(NO2) This is a toxic product of the nitrogen cycle and should be kept as low as possible at all times.
An intermediate oxidized ion of nitrogen. Nitrifying bacteria can convert ammonia (NH3) to nitrite (NO2–) to nitrate (NO3–) in the nitrogen cycle. Sodium nitrite (NaNO2) is used in curing meats. The nitrite ion is regulated by the US Environmental Protection Agency.
(NO2) is a toxic nitrogenous (nitrogen containing) pollutant derived from ammonia by Nitrosomonas bacteria. It is toxic at low levels to most fishes and is a common reason for losses. Calcium chloride and sodium chloride have been shown to reduce its toxicity. Nitrobacteria convert nitrite to nitrate.
Nitrite is a safe food additive that has been used for centuries to preserve meats, fish and poultry. It also contributes to the characteristic flavor, color and texture of processed meats such as hot dogs. Because nitrite safeguards cured meats against the most deadly foodborne bacterium of all, Clostridium (C.) botulinum, its use is supported by the public health community. The human body generates much greater nitrite levels than are added to food. Nitrates consumed in foods such as carrots and green vegetables are converted to nitrite during digestion. Nitrite in the body is instrumental in promoting blood clotting, healing wounds and burns, and boosting immune function to kill tumor cells.
Formed by the breakdown of fish wastes. Dangerous, but less toxic than ammonia.
(NO7-)the water-soluble form of nitrogen most usable by plants.
NO2 the second product in the nitrogen cycle. Nitrite is a highly toxic substance that is produced by the oxidation of of ammonia by nitrosomonas bacteria. It is easily removed with biological filtration.
A form of nitrogen that rapidly converts to nitrate (NO3-) and is usually included in the NO3- analysis.
A chemical compound produced when ammonia in wastewater is oxidized by bacterial or chemical reactions and ultimately becomes nitrate.