Practice Decomposers And Bioremediators (5.1.3) - Microbiology – The Unseen World of Single-Celled Life
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Decomposers and Bioremediators

Practice - Decomposers and Bioremediators

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Question 1 Easy

What is a decomposer?

💡 Hint: Think about what happens to dead plants and animals.

Question 2 Easy

Name one function of decomposers.

💡 Hint: Consider what nutrients are and why they are important.

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Question 1

What is the primary role of decomposers in an ecosystem?

A) To produce energy
B) To break down organic matter
C) To consume other animals

💡 Hint: Think about what happens to dead things in nature.

Question 2

True or False: Bioremediation can help clean up oil spills.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider how nature can help recover from spills.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design a bioremediation plan for a hypothetical oil spill in a coastal area. Consider the types of microorganisms you would use and the steps involved.

💡 Hint: Consider natural versus engineered bioremediation techniques.

Challenge 2 Hard

Analyze the role of decomposers in the carbon cycle. Discuss their significance and potential consequences if they were removed from the ecosystem.

💡 Hint: Think about what happens if dead material isn't recycled.

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