Assertion: Autotrophs reuse the nutrients released via decomposition and mineralisation.\ Reason :

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Assertion: Autotrophs reuse the nutrients released via decomposition and mineralisation.\ Reason : Autotrophs convert inorganic material into organic material with the radiant energy of sun.\

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(b) : Autotrophs convert simple inorganic material into organic material in the presence at solar radiation by the process photosynthesis. Autotrophs are then consumed by heterotrophs. Decomposition and mineralisation of the dead matter release inorganic material back for reuse by the autotrophs. These events are repeated over and over again.