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What two terms can be used to describe pollutants that are quickly consumed by decomposers after being released into the environment? (This is for environmental science. VEY URGENT, I have a big test on Wednesday, I'm doing the study guide right now. Sorry if this quest doesn't make sense, it doesn't to me either.)

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Decomposers break apart complex organic materials into more elementary substances: water and carbon dioxide, plus simple compounds containing nitrogen, phosphorus, and calcium.
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Decomposers play a critical role in the flow of energy through an ecosystem by breaking apart dead organisms into simpler inorganic materials, making nutrients available to primary producers.

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