Question

5. What would be the consequence of an ecosystem that had no nitrogen-fixing bacteria? (1 point) O Nitrogen from decomposing animals would never be returned to the soil. O Decomposers would not be able to break down the nitrogen present in plants they feed on. O Plants would have to rely on biologically available nitrogen present in the soil. O Consumers would not survive since they would have no way to obtain the nitrogen they need.​

Answer 1

Nitrogen from decomposing animals would never be returned to the soil.