Mystery 3 - Decomposers

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What do decomposers break down?

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Waste.

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What is compost used for?

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To help return matter to their ecosystem.

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What is the role of a decomposer in an ecosystem?

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To break down dead organisms and their wastes.

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Where do decomposers fit into the food chain?

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Any time there is waste.

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Which organisms are examples of decomposers?

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Fungi.

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What are decomposers?

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Organisms that break down dead or decaying organisms.

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Why are decomposers important for the ecosystem?

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They recycle nutrients back into the soil.

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What is an example of a decomposer?

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Bacteria.

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How do decomposers contribute to soil health?

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By breaking down organic matter and enriching the soil.

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What do decomposers do with the nutrients they obtain?

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They return them to the ecosystem.