Question

The biotic environment includes

• A. Producers
• B. Consumers
• C. Decomposers
• D. All of the answers

Answer 1

The correct option is D

All of the answers

The correct option is D:

Explanation for the correct option:

1. Biotics are living entities that have life and sustain a strong metabolism.
2. All living organisms in the environment or ecosystem that are generally characterized as producers, consumers, or decomposers are included in the biotic environments.
3. The abiotic environment consists of all non-living elements including rocks and sand.
4. Producers: Autotrophs, or producers, like plants, produce their food while also providing sustenance for other living organisms.
5. Consumers: Animals or plants that depend on producers for nourishment are classified as consumers or heterotrophs.
6. Decomposers: Decomposers commonly referred to as detritivores depend on consumers for food and decompose complex food molecules into simpler ones that can be reused by producers.
7. The food network is linked by the components of the biotic environment.

Final answer:

The biotic environment includes producers, consumers, and decomposers.