How is decomposition similar to recycling?
1 Answer
Oct 18, 2015
Decomposition is to dead organisms as recycling is to used plastics and etc.
Explanation:
Decomposition is the process by which bacteria and fungi break down organic, dead matter into simpler forms. Those simpler forms can then be used by other organisms again, sustaining life on earth.
The process is very similar to recycling in a way. When we recycle a plastic bottle, it is broken down and repurposed in some way. Products that we've previously used are converted into new products for continued use.
In both cases, something old is broken down so that it can become something new.
