Question

During the process of soil formation, _________ decomposes dead plants and animals. Increasing the amount of organic matter

Answer 1

Decomposers, such as fungi, recycle dead plants and animals into our soil.

Answer 2

Successive decomposition of dead material and modified organic matter results in the formation of a more complex organic matter called humus. As they break down the organic matter, any excess nutrients are released into the soil in forms that plants can use.