During the process of decompositon

Options

A. `CO_(2)` is consumed and `O_(2)` is released
B. `O_(2)` is consumed and `CO_(2)` is relesed
C. `CO_(2)` is consumed and `H_(2)O` is released
D. None of these

Answer

B

Explanation

Decomposition is the process that concerns breakdown of complex organic matter by decomposers to inorganci raw materials like carbon dioxide, water and various nutrients. Oxygen is required by aerobic bacteria for decomposition.