Decomposers and detritivores Flashcards
1
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decomposers
A
organisms that break down dead or decaying organisms but do not ingest and digest their food inside their bodies ( they secrete enzymes onto their food and then absorb the digested molecules ) - e.g fungi or bacteria
2
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detritivores
A
animals which feed on dead organic material and ingest and digest their food - e.g woodlouse or earthworm