OBJECTIVE LIFE SCIENCE
ECOLOGY
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Question
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Bacteria and Fungi are called ____ because they break down and absorb nutrients from dead organic matter.
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Scavengers
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Decomposers
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Parasites
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All of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Bacteria and fungi are called decomposer because they break down the dead and decaying organic matter into a simpler substance. It provides the nutrients back to the soil.
Detailed explanation-2: -Saprophytic fungi feed on dead remains and are extreme help to us in our garden as they break down organic matter into minerals and nutrients. Mushrooms and white fungal growths are good examples of saprophytic fungi.
Detailed explanation-3: -Most fungi are decomposers called saprotrophs. They feed on decaying organic matter and return nutrients to the soil for plants to use.
Detailed explanation-4: -The term “germs” refers to the microscopic bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa that can cause disease.
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