Question

What would happen to the environment if decomposes were not present?

Answer 1

Answer:

every thing would pile up causing shortage of free space and blockage in nutrient cycle

Answer 2

Answer:

If decomposers are not there in the environment, the breakdown of the complex organic substances into simple substances will not take place and natural replenishment of the soil will not take place. So, presence of decomposers is essential for the replenishment of soil and biogeochemical cycle of elements or substances.