SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 108

The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. Fungal enzymes

• Among the options provided, "Fungal enzymes" are primarily responsible for degrading detritus into simpler inorganic substances.
• Fungi play a critical role in the decomposition of organic matter in ecosystems.
• Fungal enzymes break down complex organic compounds into simpler substances, contributing to the recycling of nutrients in the environment.
• While algae, phytoplankton, and lichens have important ecological roles, they are not typically the primary agents of detritus decomposition in terrestrial ecosystems.
• Instead, fungi and bacteria are the major decomposers responsible for breaking down organic matter like dead plants and leaves.