Peat Bogs Occur in Flooded Areas Because the Rate of Decomposition

question 5

Multiple Choice

Peat bogs occur in flooded areas because the rate of decomposition of which compound will be slower under anaerobic conditions?

• A)Starch
• B)Lignin
• C)Protein
• D)Lipids

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