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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