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The slow rate of decomposition of fallen...

The slow rate of decomposition of fallen logs in nature is due to their

A

Low moisture content

B

Poor nitrogen content

C

Anaerobic environment around them

D

Low cellulose content

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The slow rate of decomposition of fallen logs in nature is due to their low moisture content.
The cellulose is in high amount in fallen logs. The environment arround the fallen logs is aerobic, i.e.`O_(2)` is present.
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