Multiple Choice
Earthworms contribute to decomposition by
A) breaking down matter into inorganic nutrients through mineralization.
B) breaking up litter into smaller particles, thereby increasing the surface area and allowing for more efficient chemical breakdown.
C) decreasing the amount of oxygen in the soil, thereby increasing mineralization.
D) releasing enzymes that convert inorganic molecules into organic macromolecules.
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