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Decomposers such as fungi and bacteria are also known as what?
ADetritivores
BSaprotrophs
CAutotrophs
DOmnivores
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Saprotrophs
The prefix sapro means to decompose, so decomposers feeding on dead matter are saprotrophs.
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