Natures Recyclers

To rot, decay, or break down into smaller pieces

A kingdom of living things that breaks down organic remains

Partial decomposition of organic remains producing a bad smell and bloating from gas

Organisms that break down dead plant or animal material to get nutrients

Microscopic, single-celled living things, some of which work as decomposers

Substances that organisms need for growth and life

To go through decomposition; to decay

A way of describing a material that comes from a living thing

Animals that eat dead organisms they did not kill

Able to be decomposed by living things

The slow, steady breaking down of dead plant and animals into simpler parts

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Decaying animal flesh

Anything that is discarded because it is used up or worn out

Any living thing

The feces or manure of animals

Organic remains; organisms that are no longer living

To rid the body of waste