Question

the organisms that feed on dead and decaying matter are known as what ?


Is the answer fungi , scavengers or something else​

Answer 1

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While decomposers break down dead, organic materials, detritivores—like millipedes, earthworms, and termites—eat dead organisms and wastes.

Answer 2

Answer:

Fungi

Explanation:

Saprophytic are species which cannot make food for themselves so they the depend on dead and decaying matter example of saprophytic are fungi and bacteria.