Match Column I with Column II

(a) Decomposers- (iii) micro-organisms

Reason- Micro- organisms are known as decomposers because they decompose on the dead and decay matter.


(b) Canopy- (v) branches of tall trees


Reason- Branches of tall tree over the other tree is known as canopy.


(c) Porcupine- (iv) wild animal


Reason- Porcupine is a wild animal found in the forests


(d)Humus- (i) dead plants and animal tissue


Reason- Dead plants and animal tissue is decomposed by the micro-organism into a dark- coloured substance called as Humus.


(e) Forest- Habitats for wild life


Reason- Forest is a home for wild animals as well as trees


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