wiz-icon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
1
You visited us 1 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

How are detritivores different from decomposers?


Open in App
Solution

  1. Detritivores are organisms which feed on dead and decaying organisms.
  2. Decomposers are organisms which secrete a certain enzyme for the decomposition of dead and decaying organisms.
Parameter of ComparisonDetritivoresDecomposers
GeneralThese are organisms which fall under the category of decomposers. It is a set of organisms which consist of detritivores, scavengers and saprophytes.
Metabolic process These organisms do not secrete chemicals to decompose substances. These organisms secrete chemicals or certain enzymes to decompose dead and decaying organisms.
The method used for degradationThey degrade different organisms directly through digestion.These organisms secrete enzymes or chemicals to secrete dead and decaying organisms.
Organic matter consumptionThese consume the organic matter from the substance.They secrete an enzyme for the digestion of organic matter.
ExamplesWorms, crabs, flies and milipedes. Bacteria, fungi and insects.

flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
15
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Ecosystem
BIOLOGY
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon