14. Intext question II

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3 m.

a. What is the role of decomposers in the ecosystem?

Microorganisms like ________ and fungi like _________ and __________ are examples of decomposers.

Earthworms, mushrooms, bacteria
Bacteria, mushrooms, earthworms
Mushrooms, bacteria, earthworms
Bacteria, earthworms mushrooms

b. Which of the following statement is true about decomposers?

The decomposers break down the dead remains and the waste products generated by organisms
Decomposers break down the complex organic substances into a simpler inorganic form which goes to the soil, which plants can reuse
Decomposers help in the recycling of nutrients.
All the above

c. Decomposers are also called _________ as they feed on _________. They are also called ________ as they remove or degrade the dead remains of organisms.

Saprotrophs, dead and decaying matter and organic wastes, reducers
Phototrophs, dead and decaying matter and organic wastes, consumers
Saprotrophs, dead and decaying matter and organic wastes, phototrophs
Lithotrophs, dead and decaying matter and organic wastes, Photoautotrophs

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