Question

The rate of decomposition is faster in the ecosystem due to following factors EXCEPT

(1) Detritus richer in lignin and chitin

(2) Detritus rich in sugars

(3) Warm and moist environment

(4) Presence of aerobic soil microbes

Answer 1

Answer (1) Detritus richer in lignin and chitin

Sol. The rate of decomposition is slow if it contains lignin, chitin, tannins (Phenolics) and cellulose.

Answer 2

(2) Detritus richer in lignin and chitin