Decomposition
Decomposition: Overview
This Topic covers sub-topics such as Decomposers, Decomposition, Detritus, Detritivores, Factors Affecting Decomposition, Leaching during Decomposition, Catabolism during Decomposition and, Fragmentation of Detritus during Decomposition
Important Questions on Decomposition
Marshy areas often consist of hard outer coverings as detritus that are remains of organisms such as crabs. State TWO reasons why decomposition would be limited in such areas.
Leaching of some nutrients that are hazardous in nature purifies ground water.
The next step in decomposition after leaching is catabolism.
Among biotic components, the micro consumers are called _____.
Name the process by which detritus is changed into dark-coloured amorphous substance called humus.(Humification/ Manure/ Fertilizer)
The causes of high extinction rates at present include habitat (particularly forests) loss and _____, over-exploitation, biological invasions and co-extinctions.
What is the ultimate source of energy for the ecosystems? (Plants/Sun/Carbohydrates)
Which type of stone was commonly used in Harappan bead-making?
What was the date of Mahatma Gandhi's assassination?
Where was Mahatma Gandhi when he was assassinated on January 30, 1948?
In what year did Mahatma Gandhi undertake his last fast unto death?
Where was the resolution for the Quit India Movement passed?
Which event led to the immediate arrest of Mahatma Gandhi and other leaders during the Quit India Movement?
Who was the Viceroy of India when Mahatma Gandhi launched the Quit India Movement?
Which vision did the sepoys and the rural society share during the revolt of 1857?
Which Indian leader was proclaimed the Emperor of India during the Revolt of 1857?
What is the process of converting waste materials into new materials and objects called?
Which of the following is NOT a type of urban waste?
