NEET Botany (general) MCQ Question
Which of the following statements about decomposition in ecosystems is correct?
Decomposition is an oxygen-requiring process that occurs faster in nitrogen-rich detritus.
Humus is easily decomposed by most microbes and does not serve as a nutrient reservoir.
Temperature and soil moisture do not influence the rate of decomposition.
Detritus rich in lignin decomposes faster than detritus rich in sugars.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Decomposition is largely an oxygen-requiring process, and it occurs faster in detritus rich in nitrogen and water-soluble substances like sugars, as indicated in the NCERT context.
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