Question
Biology Question on Ecology and Environment
Which one of the following processes during decomposition is correctly described ?
A
Fragmentation - Carried out by organisms such as earthworm
B
Humification - Leads to the accumulation of a dark coloured substance humus which undergoes microbial action at a very fast rate
C
Catabolism - Last step in the decomposition under fully anaerobic condition
D
Leaching - Water soluble inorganic nutrients rise to the top layers of soil
Answer
Fragmentation - Carried out by organisms such as earthworm
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (A): Fragmentation - Carried out by organisms such as earthworm.