A Major Role of Saprobic Fungi in Terrestrial Ecosystems Is

Question

A major role of saprobic fungi in terrestrial ecosystems is to
A) trap atmospheric CO2.
B) break down carbon compounds.
C) parasitize animals.
D) parasitize plants.
E) form symbiotic mutualist relationships with plants.

Accepted Answer

Saprobic fungi break down dead organic matter, including plant and animal remains, and recycle nutrients back into the soil.