The food chain in which microbes split energy-rich compounds of the producer community is:

In the given statements,select the correct option for the process of decomposition.
$(1)$ Moist environment favours decomposition.
$(2)$ Low temperature and anaerobiosis inhibit decomposition.
$(3)$ Decomposition is slower,if detritus is rich in nitrogen.
$(4)$ Decomposition is quicker if detritus is rich in chitin.
$(5)$ Warm environment favours decomposition.

Define decomposition and describe the processes and products of decomposition.

Select the incorrect statement regarding humus.

Which of the following is not a characteristic of humus?

The decomposition of organic compounds in the presence of $O_2$ without the development of odoriferous substances is known as: