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The dead remains of plants and animals are the major source of energy for ___.
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The correct option is C Saprotrophs
Saprotrophs or decomposers include microbes such as bacteria and fungi that decompose the dead remains of plants and animals, to extract nutrients and energy. During this process of decomposition, saprotrophs break up these remains into organic and inorganic matter which eventually get reused as raw materials by the producers.
Saprotrophs or decomposers include microbes such as bacteria and fungi that decompose the dead remains of plants and animals, to extract nutrients and energy. During this process of decomposition, saprotrophs break up these remains into organic and inorganic matter which eventually get reused as raw materials by the producers.
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