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Question
The organisms responsible for unlocking materials from tissues of organisms during nutrient cycling are
Correct Answer
Option D is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Decomposers (like bacteria and fungi) break down dead organic matter from the tissues of dead organisms, releasing inorganic nutrients back into the soil or water. This is a key step in nutrient cycling. Scavengers (like vultures) consume dead animals but do not fully break them down into nutrients.
Hint
Which organisms cause decay and release minerals back into the environment for plants to use?