Biotic component of biosphere is not constituted by
(a) producers
(b) consumers
(c) decomposer
(d) air
Answer: D
Solution.
Abiotic factors refer to non-living physical and chemical elements in the ecosystem. Abiotic resources are usually obtained from the lithosphere, atmosphere, and hydrosphere. Examples of abiotic factors are water, air, soil, sunlight, and minerals.
Biotic component of biosphere comprises living entities, air is a non-living component thus air is not a biotic component.
Hence, the correct option of this question is option D