What is the role of decomposers in the ecosystem?

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Chapter 13 NCERT Class 10 Science SOLUTIONS

2. What is the role of decomposers in the ecosystem?

Question:

What is the role of decomposers in the ecosystem?

Answer:

Decomposers break apart dead organisms into simpler inorganic materials, making nutrients available to primary producers. Thus they maintain the flow of energy through an ecosystem.

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