What is the difference between a detritivore and a decomposer?(1 point)

Question

Responses

While detritivores are heterotrophic, decomposers are autotrophic.

While detritivores feed on dead organic matter, decomposers actually break down dead or decaying organisms.

While detritivores consume animals, decomposers only consume plants.

While detritivores consume both plants and animals, decomposers only consume dead animals.

Answer 1

The correct response is: While detritivores feed on dead organic matter, decomposers actually break down dead or decaying organisms.