Conventional nitrifying bacteria obtain energy by oxidizing reduced inorganic nitrogen and assimilate inorganic carbon for cell synthesis. Organic-matter biodegradation is heterotrophic, and conventional denitrification uses organic carbon. Thus the intended process is **aerobic nitrification, C**.
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