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प्रश्न
Give reason to justify the following: The existence of decomposers is essential in a biosphere.
List two reasons to show that the existence of decomposers is essential in an ecosystem.
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उत्तर १
Decomposers are the animals that break down dead plants and animals. They are essential for the proper functioning of an ecosystem. They help in the recycling of minerals by decomposing dead plants and animals and releasing their components into the environment.
उत्तर २
Decomposers include microorganisms such as bacteria and fungi that obtain nutrients by breaking down the remains of dead plants and animals.
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