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Is a termite a decomposer?

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Yes, a termite is considered a decomposer as it eats wood. their teeth must be very sharp

On the Lighter Side

If it gets it's teeth stuck into a Beethoven symphony, then yes it's definitely a decomposer!

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Crystal

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Is a termites a decomposer?
No, termites are wood boring insects.
Are termites decomposers?
Yes, they are. They have protozoa in their stomachs do help digest the wood.
Are the termites decomposers?
yes. im not sure but i think so
Why are termites a Decomposers?
they break down large matter made up of celluose to small particles
Is a termite a decomposers?
They don't decompose the wood-they can digest cellulose; meaning they eat it, literally.