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Bacteria
Microscopic single-celled organisms found almost everywhere on Earth.
Decomposer
A living organism in an ecosystem that breaks down dead organic matter and recycles nutrients back into the environment.
Fungus
A diverse group of organisms that live by absorbing and decomposing organic matter.
Mold
A type of fungus that gets energy by breaking down organic material resulting in the release of carbon into the air.
Organic
Material that is or was once living.
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