nitrogen

[ˈnaɪtrədʒən]
nounmasculinepl: nitrogens
nitrogênio
1. A colorless, odorless, gaseous element that constitutes about 78% of the Earth's atmosphere and is essential for all living organisms
Nitrogen is a key component of proteins and nucleic acids.
O nitrogênio é um componente essencial das proteínas e ácidos nucleicos.
2. The chemical element with atomic number 7 and symbol N
The periodic table shows nitrogen in group 15.
A tabela periódica mostra o nitrogênio no grupo 15.
3. Nitrogen used in industrial, agricultural, or scientific applications
Farmers use nitrogen fertilizers to improve soil quality.
Os agricultores usam fertilizantes nitrogenados para melhorar a qualidade do solo.
Nitrogen is fundamental to Brazilian agriculture, one of the world's largest agricultural producers. Understanding nitrogen management is crucial in discussions about crop production and environmental sustainability in both Brazil and the United States.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
N (chemical symbol)atmospheric element

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
nitrogênio
Standard term used in educational and scientific contexts
Portugal
nitrogénio
Portuguese spelling variant with accent mark
Agricultural contexts
nitrogênio
Commonly used when discussing crop fertilization and soil nutrients

Related Words

oxygenatmosphereammonianitratefertilizerelement

Related Idioms & Phrases

nitrogen cycle - the natural cycle of nitrogen through the environment
nitrogen fixation - the process of converting atmospheric nitrogen into usable compounds
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