the dead organic matter is overtaken by new plants.
Soil organisms that turn dead organic matter into humus are called decomposers.
Yes parasites do live on dead organic matter as it depends on the dead organism for food.
Fungi are plantlike organisms that live on dead organic matter. They obtain nutrients by secreting enzymes that break down organic material, allowing them to absorb the derived nutrients. Fungi play a crucial role in decomposition and nutrient recycling in ecosystems.
Decomposers
Such organisms are called decomposers, which include micro fungi and bacteria . They decompose dead and decaying organic matter. An organism that decomposes decaying organisms leaf litter and other types of dead organic matter is called a saprobe, saprotroph ,saprophytic .
Micro organisms . Basically bacteria and fungi .
Saprophytes are organisms that obtain nutrients by decomposing dead organic matter. They include fungi, bacteria, and some protists. These organisms play a crucial role in recycling nutrients in ecosystems.
The organisms that break down dead organic matter in order to absorb the nutrient molecules are known as decomposers. Decomposers are mainly bacteria, fungi, or worms.
Organisms that break down and feed on waste and dead organic matter are called decomposers. Examples include bacteria, fungi, insects, and earthworms. These organisms play a vital role in recycling nutrients back into the ecosystem.
Because the organisms that live on the organic matter (saprophytic organisms-that means organisms that live on dead organic matter) need oxygen to respire, because they need oxygen for energy to break down the O.M :) Hope I helped
Micro organisms . Basically bacteria and fungi .
heterotrophs