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Explain the role of decomposers. Give two examples for decomposers. [3 MARKS]

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Each Example: 1 Mark

The micro-organisms which convert dead plants and animals to humus are known as decomposers. They play an important role in the decomposition of dead remains of the plants and animals and converting them to humus which adds nutrients to the soil.
Bacteria and fungi are the two examples of decomposers.

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