Question

The decomposers in an ecosystem

• A. convert inorganic material to simpler forms
• B. convert organic material to inorganic forms
• C. convert inorganic materials into organic compounds
• D. do not breakdown organic compounds

Answer 1

The correct option is B

convert organic material to inorganic forms

The correct option is B.

Explanation of the correct option:

Option B:

1. Decomposers are microorganisms that digest dead or decaying matter and turn dead plants and animals into humus.
2. Decomposers include saprophytic organisms such as fungi and bacteria.
3. It reproduces by directly eating dead or decaying organic matter.
4. Decomposers are essential to ecosystems as they help to recycle nutrients for reuse by plants.
5. Role of Decomposers in Ecosystems:
6. works to cleanse the environment by breaking down dead plants and animals.
7. Supports nutrient recycling.
8. They decompose the dead to make room for new beings in the biosphere.
9. Helps growers return various elements in water, soil, and air so that they can be reused like crops.

Explanation of the incorrect option:

Option A:

1. Decomposers do not convert inorganic materials to simpler forms.

Option C:

1. Decomposers do not convert inorganic materials into organic compounds.

Option D:

1. Decomposers do not break down organic compounds.

Final answer: The decomposers in an ecosystem convert organic material to inorganic forms.