In Terrestrial Ecosystems, a Major Role of Saprobic Fungi Is

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Multiple Choice

In terrestrial ecosystems, a major role of saprobic fungi is to

• A) trap atmospheric CO₂.
• B) break down carbon compounds.
• C) act as pathogens of plants and animals.
• D) parasitize plants and animals.
• E) release NH₄⁺ into the environment.

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