NEET BIOLOGY

ECOLOGY

ECOSYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Fungi and bacteria are considered to be
A
scavengers
B
omnivores
C
autotrophs
D
decomposers
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: -Microorganisms like bacteria and fungi break down organic remains of plants/animals and add them to the soil. So, they are called decomposers.

Detailed explanation-3: -Bacteria and fungi are called decomposers because bacteria and fungi break down the dead and decaying organic matter into simpler substances and provide the nutrients back to the soil. Advantages of decomposers to the environment:i They act as natural scavengers. ii They help in recycling of nutrients.

Detailed explanation-4: -A decomposer is a living thing that gets energy by breaking down dead plants and animals. Fungi and bacteria are the most common decomposers. A producer is a living thing that makes its own food from sunlight, air, and soil.

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