Decomposers like fungi and bacteria are

(i) autotrophs     (ii) heterotrophs
(iii) saprotrophs  (iv) chemo-autotrophs

Choose the correct answer

1. (i) and (iii)

2. (i) and (iv)

3. (ii) and (iii)

4. (i) and (ii)

Q.2 The process of mineralization by microorganisms helps in the release of

Among the following where do you think the process of decomposition would be the fastest?

1. Tropical rain forest

2. the Antarctic

3. Dry arid region

4. Alpine region