What is the purpose of detritus or dead biomass in the food chain?

What is the purpose of detritus or dead biomass in the food chain?
  1. To serve as a source of energy for decomposers
  2. To serve as a source of food for producers
  3. To serve as a source of food for carnivores
  4. To serve as a source of energy for herbivores

Solution

Detritus or dead biomass serves as an energy source for decomposers.

Asked in: NCERT

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