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During decomposition of organic matter, inititial decomposition is dominated by:__________?
Correct answer: B. Bacteria
- A. Actinomycetes
- B. Bacteria
- C. Fungi
- D. Both B & C
Explanation
Bacteria usually dominate the initial breakdown of easily decomposable compounds in fresh organic matter. Fungi and actinomycetes become relatively more important as decomposition proceeds and resistant materials remain.
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