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Published on: August 21, 2026
Choose the correct the sequence:
A
Leaching 
Fragmentation 
Catabolism 
Humification 
Mineralisation
Fragmentation Catabolism Humification Mineralisation
B
Fragmentation 
Leaching 
Catabolism 
Humification 
Mineralisation
Leaching Catabolism Humification Mineralisation
C
Catabolism 
Humification 
Fragmentation 
Leaching 
Mineralisation
Humification Fragmentation Leaching Mineralisation
D
Fragmentation 
Leaching 
Humification 
Catabolism 
Mineralisation
Leaching Humification Catabolism Mineralisation
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
This is the usual sequence of decomposition: detritus is broken into smaller pieces, soluble nutrients are washed out, microbes degrade material, humus forms, and nutrients are finally released.
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