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What feeds on dead organic plants?
bacteria
Is physarum an autotrophic or hetertrophic organism?
Physarum polycephalum belongs to the supergroup Amoebozoa which are Heterotrophic organisms.
What is dead organic material on the sea bottom reprocessed by?
Bacteria.
Which intestine contain bacteria that feeds on material passing through?
It is the large intestine. AND you are so welcome
Is feces organic?
Most of it would be because feces is the result material that is organic.
What are bacteria that live on dead organic matter called?
Bacteria that live on dead organic matter are called saprophytic or saprotrophic bacteria. These bacteria break down and decompose the organic material, helping to recycle nutrients back into the environment.
What is the science definion of detritivore?
A detritivore is an organism that feeds on dead and decaying organic matter, such as dead plants and animals. These organisms play an important role in breaking down organic material, recycling nutrients, and contributing to ecosystem health. Examples of detritivores include worms, insects, and some types of bacteria.
In the food chain what would a fungus be considered?
Fungus has the role of decomposer in a food chain it decomposes the dead organic material and feeds on it.
What do bacteria eat and how do they eat it?
dead organic material. they secrete digestive enzymes then absorb the nutrients.
Is a goldfinch a decomposer?
No, a goldfinch is not a decomposer. It is a type of bird belonging to the finch family and primarily feeds on seeds, particularly those of grasses and plants. Decomposers, such as fungi and bacteria, break down dead organic material and recycle nutrients back into the ecosystem, which is not the role of a goldfinch.
What terms describe a detritivore?
It is an animal which feeds on dead organic material, especially plant remains. It could be a decomposer or a cow eating hay.
Is paramecium a producer consumer or decompose?
Paramecium is a consumer. It is a type of single-celled organism that feeds on bacteria, algae, and other small organic matter in its aquatic environment. Unlike producers, which create their own food through photosynthesis, and decomposers, which break down dead organic material, paramecium actively consumes other organisms for energy.
