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All living things use reduction reactions in some form, even plants whose main contribution to the food chain is the formation of simple carbohydrates. When sunlight is not available for photosynthesis, plants metabolize (oxidize) these products for energy.
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∙ 11y agoworms are an organism and when they die they decay in the soil. They release ammonium which is oxidised to nitrite by (Nitrosomonas) several specialist bacteria genera. After this the nitrite is oxidised to nitrate by one specialist bacterial group named Nitrobacter. This occurs when oxygen is present. This can the be taken up by plants and everyone is happy. apart from the dead worm. In anaerobic conditions it creates N2O and N2 gas which smells and doesn't help plants and everyone is sad.
NB other organisms also decay but worms are the best.
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∙ 8y agoOrganisms that break down substances of dead organisms are called decomposers. Some examples of decomposers are soil bacteria, fungi, or invertebrates.
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∙ 11y agoIt's call a fungus or if you want the plural form it's call fungi.
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∙ 10y agolactobacills bacteria
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∙ 11y agoIt eats undigested matter or food
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∙ 14y agodecomposers
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∙ 12y agoworms
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What is the mode of nutrition for a earthworm?
Earthworms are mostly saprophytic in nature. They eat soil which inturn provides them with the dead decaying organic matter inside the soil.
What type of soil is found in the marsh?
There are differing types of marshland. A common type of soil found in marshland is peat. Peat is a turf made from decaying vegetation.
What is inorganic material in soil made up of?
Soil consists of matter from dead or decaying organisms, nitrates, granular particles from rocks, and much, much more. Soil consistency depends heavily on where you are referring. Specify a location, such as an ecosystem or a region, and you might be able to get a better answer.
What organisms depend on the earthworm?
birds depend on the worms for food. also other organisms living in the soil depend on it because they leave holes in the soil and make it fertile an the holes need to be there so water and air can travel down there. without worms the organisms wouldnt be able to breathe or drink
How can you find out if an earth worm eats soil or not?
By its cast or waste product. The cast can tell what the worm has been eating.
Where does the phosphorus in the soil come from?
Decaying organisms.
How do decaying organisms in a swamp help create the next generation of organisms?
the decaying organisms create bacteria and fungi
What is the process in which nutrients in dead organisms that are returned to the soil?
One of the most important aspects of soil is the decaying remains of animals. The nutrients that come from the bodies are what help plants grow.
Can a decaying animal body enrich soil?
Yes it can, a decaying body is essentially fertilizer and nourishment for the soil.
What is decaying material found in soil called?
Decaying material in the soil is called, "Humus". (HYOO-muss)
What organic material is in soil?
This organic material is made up of living organisms such as plants and animals, dead plants and animals, and nutrients that have come from decomposed plants and animals.
What makes up the foundation of soil?
The inorganic component is weathered rock. The organic component is dead or decaying organisms collectively called humus.
What is the decaying organic matter is soil called?
Decaying organic matter in the soil is called humus. When it is added to the soil deliberately, it is called compost.
How is leaves decaying helpful?
The decaying leaves are returning nutrient to the soil. The undecayed parts help to improve the soil.
Decaying plant and animal material in soil is called what?
'Decomposition' for decaying plant and animal organic material. 'Detritus' for inorganic decaying material in soil. Hope this helps, John
What and what consume organisms?
Decomposers are organisms that break down dead or decaying organisms
Decaying organisms and dead organisms and waste products form?
ammonia
