Describe three factors which affect on decomposition.

Explanation

(a) Decomposition is largely an oxygen requiring process hence it requires more oxygen
(b) Detritus rich in chitin and lignin has slow rate of decomposition
(c) Detritus rich in nitrogen and water soluble substance has faster decomposition
(d) Temperature and soil moisture are most important factors
(e) Warm and moist environment favour decomposition
(f) Low temperature, dryness and anerobiosis inhibit decomposition