Which of the following is true of detritivores?
A) They synthesize organic molecules that are used by primary producers.
B) They convert organic materials from all trophic levels to inorganic compounds usable by primary producers.
C) They secrete enzymes that convert the organic molecules of detritus into CO₂ and H₂O.
D) Some species are autotrophic, whereas others are heterotrophic.

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Detritivores are organisms that feed on dead organic matter (detritus) and break it down into smaller inorganic compounds that can be used by primary producers. They convert organic materials from all trophic levels to inorganic compounds usable by primary producers.

Which of the Following Is True of Detritivores