The Primary Contribution of Decomposers to an Ecosystem Occurs When

question 53

Multiple Choice

The primary contribution of decomposers to an ecosystem occurs when they

• A) capture solar energy.
• B) recycle nutrients sequestered in organisms back to the physical environment.
• C) regulate the number of producers.
• D) prevent consumer overpopulation.

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Definitions:

Radial

Pertaining to the radius bone or the radial artery, often relating to the lateral aspect of the forearm or positioning towards the radius.

Musculocutaneous

Pertaining to both muscle and skin, often used to describe nerves or tissues that interact with or relate to both muscle and skin functions.

Reflex Arc

The neural pathway that mediates a reflex action, involving receptors, sensory neurons, and effector organs.

Motor Neuron

A type of nerve cell responsible for sending signals from the brain and spinal cord to muscles, triggering movement.