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Which type of organism feeds on waste and dead organic matter?A. decomposersB. herbivoresC. detritivoresD. carnivores

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DEFINITION OF TERMS:

Decomposers = Dead organic matter is broken down by these organisms.

Herbivores = These are organisms that eat plant material only.

Detritivores = These are organisms that break down the organic waste of dead plants and animals into minerals and nutrients.

Carnivores = These are organisms that eat animal material only.

ANSWER: C.

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