Question

What are decomposers? What will be the consequence of their absence in an ecosystem?

Answer 1

Decomposers:

1. Decomposers are creatures that break down dead or decaying species.
2. They perform decomposition, breaking down complex particles into small particles.
3. In return, these produce particles that act as nutrients for the producers.

Consequences of absence of decomposers:

1. As decomposers are involved in the decomposition process, their absence would halt the decomposition process.
2. Accumulation of dead and decaying substances in nature.
3. Finally, the environment would be devoid of all-natural resources.