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What are the possible role of the decomposers stated below in the plant material decomposition. Describe it thoroughly. Please, do not just copy from somewhere. - maggots - white molds - molds

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What are the possible role of the decomposers stated below in the plant material decomposition. Describe it thoroughly. Please, do not just copy from somewhere.

- maggots

- white molds

- molds

- ants

- actinomycetes

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