Question : Detritivores in the soil break down detritus into smaller particles. This process is called ______.
Option 1: catabolism
Option 2: mineralisation
Option 3: fragmentation
Option 4: leaching
Correct Answer: fragmentation
Solution : The correct answer is fragmentation.
The decomposition of detritus involves decomposers breaking down complex organic matter into inorganic substances. The key steps in this process include fragmentation , where detritus is physically broken into smaller pieces; leaching, where soluble substances are washed away; catabolism, involving the breakdown of complex organic compounds; humification and mineralization, where organic substances are converted into inorganic forms, enriching the soil with essential nutrients.
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