Definition: Cyanogenesis is a process that occurs in plants and algae, where they convert atmospheric nitrogen into organic matter. This process helps plants to produce their own food by converting it into glucose, which can then be used as energy or stored for future use. Cyanogenic processes are important because they allow plants to grow taller and more robust than usual, thanks to the production of chlorophyll, a pigment in the leaves that allows photosynthesis to occur.
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