Question

Pheretima and its close relatives obtain nourishment from

• A. soil insects
• B. small pieces of fresh fallen leaves
• C. decaying fallen leaves and soil organic matter
• D. Sugarcane roots

Answer 1

The correct option is C decaying fallen leaves and soil organic matter

Pheretima or earthworm is a detritivore. Earthworm and its close relatives obtain nourishment from decaying fallen leaves and organic matter.

So, the correct answer is option C, decaying fallen leaves and organic matter.