Biology · PYQ NEET UG 2022
हिन्दीGiven below are two statements: Statement I: Decomposition is a process in which the detritus is degraded into simpler substances by microbes. Statement II: Decomposition is faster if the detritus is rich in lignin and chitin. In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:
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Correct answer · Option A
Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
Explanation
Decomposition is slower if detritus is rich in lignin and chitin because they are extremely resistant to microbial action. Therefore, Statement I is correct and Statement II is incorrect.