Within soil,a natural cycle of
A)decomposers break down detritus to release nutrients used by producers.
B)detritus breaks down decomposers to release nutrients used by producers.
C)decomposers break down nutrients to release detritus used by producers.
D)decomposers break down detritus to release nutrients used by consumers.

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Decomposers such as bacteria, fungi, and earthworms break down dead organic matter (detritus) into simpler nutrient forms that are then used by plants/producers for growth. This process is called decomposition and it is an important part of the nutrient cycling within soil.

Within Soil,a Natural Cycle of