What is another word for nitrogen balance?
Pronunciation: [nˈa͡ɪtɹəd͡ʒən bˈaləns] (IPA) 
Nitrogen balance refers to the equilibrium between the amount of nitrogen consumed and excreted by an individual. To describe this concept, several synonyms can be used. For example, "nitrogen homeostasis" refers to the ability of the body to balance nitrogen intake and output. "Nitrogen equilibrium" suggests that nitrogen consumption and excretion are balanced and there is no net gain or loss of nitrogen. "Nitrogen status" refers to the nitrogen balance in an individual and can be used to describe if they are in positive or negative nitrogen balance. "Nitrogen load" and "nitrogen turnover" are also used to describe the rate at which nitrogen is consumed and excreted by an individual.
