With reference to the food chains in ecosystems, which of the following kinds of organism is / are known as decomposer organism / organisms? 1. Virus 2. Fungi 3. Bacteria Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

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Correct Answer: 2 and 3 only. Decomposers are organisms which consume and break down dead and decaying organisms and wastes of other organisms. 1 Virus is incorrect as it is not a decomposer. 2 Fungi is a decomposer as they make enzymes which decompose decaying matter while spreading on the nutrients of particular substance. 3 Bacteria is correct as it is an important decomposer which mainly breakdown organic materials and generates heat by composting. Both 2 and 3 are correct, so best option is B.

With reference to the food chains in ecosystems, which of the following kinds of organism is / are known as decomposer organism / organisms? 1. Virus 2. Fungi 3. Bacteria Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

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