Micro-organisms that obtain energy from the chemical breakdown of dead organisms are called _______.
A
omnivores
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B
carnivores
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C
decomposers
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D
herbivores
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Solution
The correct option is C decomposers Organisms that need to eat other organisms for food are called consumers. Consumers are classified into groups based on the food they eat. Decomposers are organisms that obtain energy from the chemical breakdown of dead, organic matter. Examples are bacteria and fungi.