Question

15. X and Y are two types of organisms which are found in forests. Both types of organisms are
Considered to be the cleansing agents of the forest environment in their own way. The organisms
like X eat up the dead animals in the forest whereas the organisms like Y break down the dead
animals into simple substance which can be re-used for the growth of plants.
(a) What is the general name of organisms like X? Name one organism like X.
(b) What is the general name of the organisms like Y? Name one organism like Y.​

Answer 1

Answer:

General Name of Organism X- Scavengers

General Name of Organism Y- Decomposers

Explanation:

Example of Scavenger- Eagle

Example of Decomposer- Fungi

Answer 2

Answer:

General Name of Organism X- Scavengers

General Name of Organism Y- Decomposers

Explanation:

Example of Scavenger- Eagle

Example of Decomposer- Fungi