alleryStart learning →Decomposition is fastest under which conditions?
AHot and very dry
BWaterlogged, no air
CCold and frozen soil
DMoist with enough oxygen
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Moist with enough oxygen
Microbes work best when moisture is adequate and oxygen is available, while waterlogging or drought slows them.
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