Question
Differentiate between humus and decomposers.
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Answer
A dark-brown or black organic substance made up of decayed plant or animal matter. Humus provides nutrients for plants and increases the ability of soilto retain water. But decomposers are the microorganisms that convert the dead plants and animals to humus.
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