Which best compares the roles of nitrogen-fixing bacteria and certain decomposers in the nitrogen cycle?

Nitrogen-fixing bacteria take free nitrogen gas (N₂) from the atmosphere and turn it into nitrogen-containing compounds, such as ammonia. Certain decomposers carry out denitrification, converting nitrogen-containing compounds such as nitrates back into free nitrogen gas. Therefore, choice B correctly compares their roles.

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