Question

The slow rate of decomposition of fallen Iogs in nature is due to their

• A. Anaerobic environment around them
• B. Low cellulose content
• C. Low moisture content
• D. Poor nitrogen content

Answer 1

The correct option is C Low moisture content

Photosynthetically fixed carbon is eventually degraded by micro-organisms and two major forms of carbon known as methane and carbon dioxide. The micro-organisms breakdown the complex compounds of dead protoplasm of producers compounds of dead protoplasm of producers and consumers absorb some of the decomposition products and release simple substances. The slow rate of decomposition of fallen logs in nature is because of low moisture content.

Therefore, the correct answer is option C.