FORESTRY
FOREST ECOLOGY AND ECOSYSTEMS
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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worm
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moss
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algae
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tree
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Detailed explanation-1: -Fungi, bacteria, earthworm and dung beetles feed on decaying matter and serve as decomposers. Hyenas are carnivores and can not be considered as decomposers and feed by hunting the living animals. Thus, the correct answer is C.
Detailed explanation-2: -Ringed worms and segmented worms are members of the Phylum Annelida. Earthworms are the best example of decomposers because they live inside the soil and are easy to find, especially after it rains. Their vast diet allows them to break down plant matter, dead matter, and bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms.
Detailed explanation-3: -This level is made up of herbivores: bacteria, fungi, actinomycetes, nematodes, mites, snails, slugs, earthworms, millipedes, sowbugs and worms. Note that some types of mites are carnivores.