Question

Which of the following are the correct terms used for the group of organisms mentioned below?

1. Grass, Fern, Moss

2. Lion, Cow, Rat

3. Bacteria, Fungi

• A. 1- carnivores, 2-herbivores, 3- saprophytes
• B. 1- herbivores, 2- decomposers, 3- parasites
• C. 1- producers, 2- consumers, 3- decomposers
• D. 1- decomposers, 2- producers, 3- consumers

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

1- producers, 2- consumers, 3- decomposers

Organisms which produce food by photosynthesis are known as producers. For example, grass, cyanobacteria, phytoplanktons, etc.
The organisms which consume green plants or other animals are consumers. For example, animals like lions, cows, deer and rats.
Organisms which break down the dead and decaying remains of living organisms are decomposers. E.g. bacteria and fungi.