Assertion (A): Conversion of solid nitrates $$(NO3^-)$$ into gaseous Nitrogen($$N_2$$) by bacteria is called denitrification.
Reason (R): Denitrifying bacteria grow in wet soils.

A

Both (A) and (R) are correct; R is correct explanation for (A)

B

Both (A) and (R) are correct; R is not correct explanation for (A)

C

(A) is correct and (R) is wrong

D

(A) is wrong and (R) is correct