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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Organisms that break down dead organic matter and return inorganic mineral nutrients to the soil are:
Options
A Herbivores
B Apex predators
C Decomposers / Saprophytes
Correct Answer
D Chemoautotrophs
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Saprophytic fungi and bacteria decompose detritus, completing mineral nutrient cycles.

Hint

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