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Microorganisms break organic remains and add them into soil. So, they are termed as ___________.

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producers
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carnivores
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C
herbivores
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D
decomposers
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Solution

The correct option is D decomposers
Microorganisms like bacteria and fungi, act as decomposers as they break down the dead and decaying organisms into simpler nutrients that mix with the soil. These nutrients are absorbed by plants during photosynthesis.

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