alleryStart learning →How does a rise in temperature affect microbial decomposition?
AIt speeds it up
BIt slows it down
CIt stops it
DIt has no effect
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. It speeds it up
Temperature controls microbial respiration, so warmer conditions mean faster breakdown of dead matter.
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