NEET BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Most decomposers are microscopic organisms, including protozoa and bacteria. Other decomposers are big enough to see without a microscope. They include fungi along with invertebrate organisms sometimes called detritivores, which include earthworms, termites, and millipedes.

Detailed explanation-2: -Decomposers (fungi, bacteria, invertebrates such as worms and insects) have the ability to break down dead organisms into smaller particles and create new compounds. We use decomposers to restore the natural nutrient cycle through controlled composting.

Detailed explanation-3: -Earthworms are decomposers that break down and recycle the matter from dead plants and animals, as well as waste products, returning it back into the soil. This is how a compost pile works!

Detailed explanation-4: -Bacteria decomposers as decomposers Detritivores is a type of decomposer like the fungi, microorganisms and bacteria. Bacteria and fungi are the main groups of decomposer. Most are decomposers that consume simple carbon compounds, such as root exudates and fresh plant litter.

Detailed explanation-5: -Lesson Summary. Most fungi are decomposers called saprotrophs. They feed on decaying organic matter and return nutrients to the soil for plants to use. Fungi are the only decomposers that can break down wood and the cellulose in plant cell walls, so they are the primary decomposers in forests.