Question

Select the response that best explains why detritivores are important for maintaining the health
of an ecosystem. (1 point)
Detritivores prevent the growth of invasive species by consuming their seeds
Detritivores provide food for primary producers
Detritivores regulate the population of herbivores by preying on them.
Detritivores decompose dead organic matter, recycling nutrients back into the ecosystem

Answer 1

Detritivores decompose dead organic matter, recycling nutrients back into the ecosystem.