Which of the following statements is not related to the decomposition phenomenon occurring in nature?
Correct answer: A. Decomposition is due to autotrophic organisms
- A. Decomposition is due to autotrophic organisms
- B. Decomposition involves bacteria and fungi
- C. During decomposition, organisms carry out specific reactions
- D. Many species of decomposers are present in the biosphere
Explanation
Decomposition is the breakdown of dead organic matter, a process carried out by heterotrophic organisms, primarily bacteria and fungi, which are known as decomposers. Autotrophic organisms are producers that create organic matter, they do not decompose it.
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