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प्रश्न
Name the type of detritus that decomposes faster. List any two factors that enhance the rate of decomposition.
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उत्तर
The types of detritus that decompose faster are leaves, bark, flowers, and dead remains of animals and fecal matter. Warm and moist environment flowers decomposition are two factors that enhance the rate of decomposition.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Distinguish between production and decomposition.
Decomposition is slow detritus is rich in ______.
The process of mineralisation by micro organisms helps in the release of ______.
What could be the reason for the faster rate of decomposition in the tropics?
How do you distinguish between humification and mineralisation?
The rate of decomposition of detritus is affected by the abiotic factors like availability of oxygen, pH of the soil substratum, temperature etc. Discuss.
Identify the correct statements:
- Detrivores perform fragmentation.
- The humus is further degraded by some microbes during mineralization.
- Water soluble inorganic nutrients go down into the soil and get precipitated by a process called leaching.
- The detritus food chain begins with living organisms.
- Earthworms break down detritus into smaller particles by a process called catabolism.
Choose the correct answer from the option given below:
What is mineralisation?
Which of the following conditions inhibits decomposition?
Which climatic condition most strongly favours decomposition?
