NEET 2011 Biology question

The breakdown of detritus into smaller particles by earthworm is a process called

(1)Humification
(2)FragmentationCorrect
(3)Mineralisation
(4)Catabolism

Answer: (2)

Solution

Decomposition has several steps. Fragmentation is the breakdown of detritus (dead organic matter) into smaller particles by detritivores such as earthworms, increasing the surface area for microbial action. Leaching is the downward movement of water-soluble

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