The decomposers in an ecosystem:
A. Do not breakdown organic compounds
B. Convert inorganic material to simpler forms
C. Convert organic material to inorganic forms
D. Convert inorganic materials into organic compounds
Answer:C
The decomposers in an ecosystem:
A. Do not breakdown organic compounds B. Convert inorganic material to simpler forms C. Convert organic material to inorganic forms D. Convert inorganic materials into organic compounds
Explanation: The decomposers in an ecosystem are microorganisms, comprising bacteria and fungi. They break down the complex organic substances (dead remains and waste products of organisms) into simple inorganic substances, which go into the soil and are used up once more by the plants.