In Aquatic Ecosystems, Leaves with High Lignin Content Decompose

question 16

Multiple Choice

In aquatic ecosystems, leaves with high lignin content decompose

• A) rapidly because lignin is a nutrient-rich compound.
• B) rapidly because lignin enhances colonization by decomposing fungi.
• C) slowly because lignin reduces colonization by decomposing fungi.
• D) slowly because lignin is a carbon-poor compound.
• E) slowly because lignin-containing leaves sink rapidly.

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