saprophytically
adverb as in strong fondness
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Example:The mushrooms saprophytically decompose dead leaves on the forest floor, returning nutrients to the soil.
Definition:Describes the process of decomposing organic material in a way that benefits the environment without inhibiting the decay process
Example:Some plants can saprophytically absorb nutrients from the soil without the need for soil particles or other living organisms.
Definition:Describes the mode of absorbing nutrients from dead organic matter
Example:Many fungi saprophytically inhabit rotting wood, thriving in an environment that supports their growth.
Definition:Describes the way certain organisms live in environments rich with dead organic matter
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