Microorganisms feed upon the dead plant and animal tissues and convert them into ______.

mushrooms

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wood

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humus

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sand

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Solution

The correct option is C
humus

Microorganisms act upon dead plants and animal tissues and convert them into humus. It is dark coloured, organic material which helps in determining the fertility of soil.

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Microorganisms act upon the dead plants to produce

(i) sand
(ii) mushrooms
(iii) humus
(iv) wood

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