Assertion: The three steps in the decomposition (fragmentation , leaching and catabolism) operate on the detritus simultaneously
Reason: Humification and mineralisation occurs during decomposition in the soil.

Write about 'humification ' and the 'mineralisation' occurring during the process of decomposition.

Write about 'humification ' and the 'mineralisation' occurring during the process of decomposition.

Consider the following statements. A. The movement of energy is unidirectional from the higher trophic level towards the lower trophic level. B. Detritivores break down detritus into smaller particles bya a process is called fragmentation. C. Humification and mineralisation occur during decomposition in the soil. D. Decomposition is largely an oxygen-releasing process. Of the above statements:

Describe the process of decomposition of detritus under the following heads : Fragmentation, leaching. catabolism , humification and mineralization.

Describe the process of decomposition of detritus under the following heads : Fragmentational leaching, catabolism, humification and mineralization.

Break down of complex organic matter into inorganic substances by decomposers is called decomposition . Some terms related to decomposition are given . Detritus , detritiv ores , fragmentation , leaching , catabolism , humification, mineralisation . Explain the above terms to give an outline of decomposition process.

How many of the following statements are incorrect ? (i) Decomposition is largely an anaerobic process . (ii) Fragmentation , leaching , and catabolism occur simultaneously on detritus. (iii) The vertical distribution of different species occupying different levels is called stratification . (iv) The pond is a deep water body . (v) The rate of decomposition is controlled by the chemical composition of detritus and climatic factors.

How many of the following statements are incorrect ? (i) Decomposition is largely an anaerobic process . (ii) Fragmentation , leaching , and catabolism occur simultaneously on detritus. (iii) The vertical distribution of different species occupying different levels is called stratification . (iv) The pond is a deep water body . (v) The rate of decomposition is controlled by the chemical composition of detritus and climatic factors.

Identify the correct sequence of steps involved in the process of decomposition. (a) Humification (b) Catalbolism (c ) Fragmentation of detritus (d) Leaching (e) Mineralization