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When plants and animals die, their bodies are decomposed by organisms such as bacteria or fungi. Which statement is true regarding the decomposition process? A. Decomposition is a chemical change because the identity of the dead plant or animal does not change. B. Decomposition is a chemical change because the organism is broken down into new substances. C. Decomposition is a physical change because the identity of the dead plant or animal does not change.

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The Answer Is B. I'm sure of it 86% sure
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B. Decomposition is a chemical change because the organism is broken down into new substances.

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Decomposition require the disintegration of a substance into two or more different substances. A decomposition reaction is a chemical reaction that involves the addition of energy to begin with. When Plants and Animals die their bodies are decomposed and absorbed by organisms such as bacteria or fungi.

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