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What is a detritus food chain made up of? How do they meet their energy and nutritional requirements?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Definition of Detritus Food Chain**: - A detritus food chain is a type of food chain that is primarily composed of decomposing organic matter and the organisms that feed on it. 2. **Components of the Detritus Food Chain**: - The main components of the detritus food chain include decomposing organisms such as: - **Microorganisms**: These include bacteria and fungi, which play a crucial role in breaking down dead organic material. ...
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  • The detritus food chain begins with:

    A
    primary producers
    B
    primary consumers
    C
    secondary consumers
    D
    dead organic matter
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