Assertion: Decomposition helps to increase the nutrients content of soil.
Reason: Inorganic matter is converted into complex organic matter during decomposition.
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The assertion is true because decomposition releases essential minerals back into the soil, enriching its nutrient profile
The reason is false because decomposition actually breaks down complex organic matter into simple inorganic substances
This process, known as mineralization, is the opposite of converting inorganic matter into complex organic forms
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