Question

Differentiate between decomposers and scavengers.

Answer 1

1. Decomposers- Decomposers break down the bodies of dead organisms into simple nutrients without directly eating them.
2. Scavengers- Scavengers eat dead plants and animals. Some examples of scavengers are the hyena, vulture and termite.

DECOMPOSER	SCAVENGERS
1. They finish the decomposing process.	1. They start the decomposing process.
2. They are very small in size i.e. microorganisms.	2. They are generally large animals.
3. For example- bacteria, fungi.	3. For example- hyenas, vultures.