Question

.If we completely remove the decomposers from an ecosystem, its functioning will be adversely affected, because

• A. the mineral movement will be blocked
• B. the rate of decomposition will be very high
• C. energy flow will be blocked
• D. herbivores will not receive solar energy.

Answer 1

The correct option is A

the mineral movement will be blocked

Decomposers decompose the organic remains by secreting extra cellular digestive enzymes. They are also known as mineralizers as they release minerals trapped in organic remains. So in the absence of microorganisms, the flow of mineral will stop.