Q19 / 160 · JIPMER 2005 · Botany

If decomposers are removed what will happen to the ecosystem?

  • A
    Energy cycle is stopped
  • Correct answer
    B
    Mineral cycle is stopped
  • C
    Consumers cannot absorb solar energy
  • D
    Rate of decompostion of mineral increases

Solution

Decomposers are heterotropic organisms mostly bacteria and fungi which live on dead organic matter or detritus. They release different enzymes from their bodies into the dead and decaying plant and animal remains. The extra cellular digestion of the dead remains, lead to the release of simple inorganic substances.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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