What is decomposition?
Q: What is decomposition?
A: Decomposition, also known as rotting, is the process that occurs when living things or organic material break down after they die.
Q: Why does decomposition happen?
A: Organic molecules store building blocks and energy. When organic material breaks down, the energy and building blocks are used to reproduce new organisms.
Q: What is the role of fungi in decomposition?
A: Fungi are a whole kingdom of living things that break down organic material. They intake organic matter through their cell walls, and their lifestyle is called "saprophytic".
Q: What type of living things are involved in decomposition?
A: Microbes, especially bacteria, fungi, and maggots are involved in decomposition.
Q: How do maggots contribute to decomposition?
A: Maggots hatch from insect eggs and begin to feed on the body's tissues, contributing to the decomposition process.
Q: What are the different ways in which decomposition can occur?
A: Decomposition can occur through microbial activity, maggots feeding on the body's tissues, and inorganic processes.
Q: Why do all organic materials break down over time?
A: All organic materials break down over time because they are in a higher energy state than ordinary inorganic materials.
