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प्रश्न
What are decomposers?
उत्तर
Decomposers are micro-organisms such as bacteria and fungi, that obtain nutrients by breaking down the remains of dead plants and animals.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
What do decomposers do in the forest?
Explain the role of forest in maintaining the balance between oxygen and carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.
Explain why there is no waste in a forest.
The insects, butterflies, honeybees and birds help flowering plants in ______.
Explain why there is a need of variety of animals and plants in a forest.
Identify the biotic component.
Which of the following canals brought about greenery in Rajasthan?
The degraded Arabari forests were revived by the efforts of ______
Given below are a few statements related to biodiversity. Pick those that correctly describes the concept of biodiversity.
i. Biodiversity refers to the different species of flora and fauna present in an area
ii. Biodiversity refers to only the flora of a given area
iii. Biodiversity is greater in a forest
iv. Biodiversity refers to the total number of individuals of a particular species living in an area
Choose the correct option from the following.
In our country, vast tracts of forests are cleared and a single species of plant is cultivated. This practice promotes
Which of the following forest animals is the smallest?
Which of the products is not obtained from a forest?
Forests are not responsible for
State whether the following statement is true or false. If false, give the correct statement.
The forest keeps on growing and changing and can regenerate.
Two friends shared their experiences of their vacation trip to two different forests. Do you think they would have seen the same type of plants and animals during their respective trips? Give reason.
Match Column I with Column II
| Column I | Column II | ||
| (a) | Decomposers | (i) | Dead plant and animal tissues |
| (b) | Canopy | (ii) | Habitat for wildlife |
| (c) | Porcupine | (iii) | Microorganisms |
| (d) | Humus | (iv) | Wild animal |
| (e) | Forest | (v) | Branches of tall trees |
All the needs of animals living in a forest are fulfilled. Justify this statement in a few sentences.
“Forests are our lifeline.” Write five sentences on this topic.
