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Question
Fungi and bacteria are detritus feeders, also known as ______.
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omnivores
herbivores
deteritivores
autotrophs
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Solution
Fungi and bacteria are detritus feeders, also known as deteritivores.
Explanation:
Deteritivores feed on dead organic matter (detritus) and obtain their energy by breaking down complex organic compounds into simpler inorganic substances. This process recycles nutrients back into the ecosystem and prevents wastage of energy bound in organic matter, playing a key role in nutrient cycling and ecosystem functioning.
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