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Decomposers and Scavengers

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Decomposers and Scavengers. Decomposers. Decomposers are organisms that break down dead or decaying organisms and help to aid in the natural process of decomposition. Decomposers help to put nutrients back into the soil, which helps plants grow. . Bacteria. Fungi. Worms. Scavengers. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

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Decomposers and Scavengers

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Decomposers

Decomposers are organisms that break down dead or decaying organisms and help to aid in the natural process of decomposition.

Decomposers help to put nutrients back into the soil, which helps plants grow.

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Bacteria

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Fungi

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Worms

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Scavengers

Scavengers will feed on the dead and decaying matter present in a habitat.

Decomposers feed on the remains left behind by scavengers.

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Vultures

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Racoons

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Insects