Question

Detritus food chain begins with

• A. Dead organic matter
• B. Primary consumers
• C. Primary producers
• D. Secondary consumers

Answer 1

The correct option is A Dead organic matter

Detritus food chain
A large amount of energy flows through the detritus food chain in the terrestrial ecosystem. The main source of energy in a detritus food chain is organic matter that is contained in dead plants and animals. The primary consumers are microbes that decompose the organic matter.

Final answer
(D) Dead organic matter