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Find an incorrect statement DFC:

Option: 1

Starts with solar energy 


Option: 2

Terminates in GFC


Option: 3

Requires specific detritivores


Option: 4

Plays major role in terrestrial system


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As we have already learnt in Types of Food Chain -

saprotrophs -

The detritus food chain (DFC) begins with dead organic matter. It is made up of decomposers which are heterotrophic organisms, mainly fungi and bacteria.

- wherein

They meet their energy and nutrient requirements by degrading dead organic matter or detritus. These are also known as saprotrophs (sapro: to decompose). Decomposers secrete digestive enzymes that breakdown dead and waste materials into simple, inorganic materials, which are subsequently absorbed by them.

Hence, the correct option is (a). 

 

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