Decomposition (AQA GCSE Biology): Quizzes
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What is decomposition?
What is decomposition?
Breakdown of organic material
How does temperature affect the rate of decomposition?
How does temperature affect the rate of decomposition?
Faster in warmer conditions
What happens if the temperature becomes too high during decomposition?
What happens if the temperature becomes too high during decomposition?
Enzymes denature
Why do decomposers need moist environments?
Why do decomposers need moist environments?
Water is essential for respiration
Why do most decomposers require oxygen?
Why do most decomposers require oxygen?
For aerobic respiration
What is composting?
What is composting?
Decomposing organic waste for compost
What is compost used for?
What is compost used for?
Natural fertilizer for soil
What does aerobic respiration in composting produce that speeds up decomposition?
What does aerobic respiration in composting produce that speeds up decomposition?
Heat
What gas is produced during anaerobic decomposition?
What gas is produced during anaerobic decomposition?
Methane
What can methane gas be used for?
What can methane gas be used for?
Burnt as a fuel source
What temperature is needed for methane production in biogas generators?
What temperature is needed for methane production in biogas generators?
Around 30°C
Why must methane be used immediately after production?
Why must methane be used immediately after production?
Cannot be stored as a liquid