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WAEC Biology 2001 Question 48

Question 48

Nutrient Cycling

The substances recycled in the soil by the activities of micro-organisms during the decay of dead organisms are first utilised by the

  1. A.carnivores
  2. B.herbivores
  3. C.scavengers
  4. D.autotrophs
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Answer: D (autotrophs)

Explanation

Decay releases mineral salts into the soil, and these are first taken up by green plants (autotrophs).