Research in recent years has described the existence of a diverse community of heterotrophs in the deepest parts of the ocean.These organisms ingest dead organic matter that falls down from the surface, and therefore can be described as

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The organisms described ingest dead organic matter that falls down from the surface, which makes them detritivores - organisms that feed on decomposing organic matter. Therefore, the best choice is E) detritivores.

Research in Recent Years Has Described the Existence of a Diverse