Question

What do decomposers do?

Answer 1

decomposers break down organic materials in dead and dying organisms and return them to the soil.

Explanation:

Bacteria, worms and insects are examples of decomposers. Without decomposers the organic materials locked in trees, would remain in the trees and would not be available for use for other organisms

Decomposers are important in recycling organic materials. They are essential parts of the both the nitrogen and carbon cycles.