NEET 2008 Biology question

The slow rate of decomposition of fallen logs in nature is due to their

(1)Low cellulose content
(2)Low moisture contentCorrect
(3)Poor nitrogen content
(4)Anaerobic environment around them

Answer: (2)

Solution

Decomposition is carried out by bacteria and fungi, which need adequate moisture (together with a suitable temperature and oxygen) for growth and enzyme activity. The hard, dry interior of a fallen log has a low moisture content, so the number and activity of decomposers is low and decomposition is

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Question ID VK-090108