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प्रश्न
What is common to earthworm, mushroom, soil mites and dung beetle in an ecosystem?
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उत्तर
They are all detritivores i.e., decomposing organisms which feed on dead remains of plants and animals.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Common detritivores in our ecosystem are ______.
The major reservoir of carbon on earth is ______.
Distinguish between production and decomposition.
Define decomposition.
What is leaching?
Name the type of detritus that decomposes faster. List any two factors that enhance the rate of decomposition.
Write the different steps taken in humification and mineralisation during the process of decomposition.
The process of mineralization by microorganisms helps in the release of ______.
Find out the INCORRECT statement
Decomposition is slow detritus is rich in ______.
The process of mineralisation by micro organisms helps in the release of ______.
How do you distinguish between humification and mineralisation?
Assertion (A): Decomposition process is slower if detritus is rich in lignin and cutin.
Reason (R): Decomposition is largely an oxygen requiring process.
Observe the contents 1, 2, 3 and 4 of soil samples A, B and C shown in the graph. If the temperature and soil moisture of all soil samples are identical, which soil sample (s) will show faster decomposition?
1 indicates lignin content, 2 indicates chitin, 3 indicates nitrogen content, and 4 indicates sugar content
