Figure 2 shows the feeding relationships between the microorganisms in the sprinkler bed The bacteria are decomposers. Figure 2 shows that the bacteria change organic matter into carbon dioxide and inorganic mineral ions. Describe how the bacteria do this. – 7085

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1. In digestion, enzymes like amylase, protease, and lipase are released to break down food. Starch is broken into sugars, proteins into amino acids, and fats into fatty acids.These smaller molecules are absorbed into the body by diffusion or active transport.Amino acids can also be broken down by deamination, which turns them into ammonia or ammonium ions.
   Other useful ions like phosphate, nitrate, and magnesium are also released.During respiration, carbon dioxide (and water) is produced. Respiration also releases energy, which is needed for processes like active transport.

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