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  • Read the given statements and select the correct option. Statement 1: Decomposition is the physical and chemical breakdown of complex organic matter into simple inorganic

Read the given statements and select the correct option.

Statement 1: Decomposition is the physical and chemical breakdown of complex organic matter into simple inorganic substances.

Statement 2: Humification is the process of formation of humus from detritus or organic remains.

Option: 1

Both statements 1 & 2 are correct.


Option: 2

Statement 1 is correct but statement 2 is incorrect


Option: 3

Statement 1 is incorrect but statement 2 is correct


Option: 4

Both statements 1 & 2 are incorrect


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As we have already studied in Functions of Ecosystem: Decomposition -

 

 Decomposition -

Decomposers break down complex organic matter into inorganic substances like carbon dioxide, water and nutrients and the process is called decomposition.

- wherein

Earthworm being referred to as the farmer’s ‘friend’. This is so because they help in the breakdown of complex organic matter as well as in loosening of the soil.

Hence, the correct option is (a).

 

 

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