Fungi play a much larger and significant role in the decomposition of terrestrial biomass than they do in marine ecosystems. Why?

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Lignin, a complex organic polymer found in woody tissues of higher plants, is difficult to degrade. Fungi have the ability to break down lignin and therefore play a significant role in the decomposition of terrestrial biomass. In marine ecosystems, there is less lignin to degrade, and bacteria play a larger role in the decomposition of organic matter.

Fungi Play a Much Larger and Significant Role in the Decomposition