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In a particular climatic condition, deco...

In a particular climatic condition, decomposition rate is slower if

A

Detritus is rich in nitrogen

B

Detritus is rich in hummus

C

Detritus is rich in sugars

D

Detritus is rich in lignin and chitin

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D
Decomposition rate is slower if detritus is rich in lignin and chitin. It is quicker if detritus is rich in nitrogen and water-soluble substance like sugars.
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