Question

When the organisms in the models die, their bodies break down and decay. What organisms help with this process to return nutrients to the soil?

Answer 1

They are called decomposers. Decomposers are very important in our food chain, because they recycle the energy, and help us to start all over again! 3.

Answer 2

Fungi release enzymes that decompose dead plants and animals. Fungi absorb nutrients from the organisms they are decomposing! There are over 50,000 species of fungi.