Read the given statements and choose the correct answer. Statement 1 :- Decomposition rate is slower if detritus is rich in lignin and chitin. Statement 2 :- Decomposition rate is faster if detritus is rich in Nitrogen and water soluble substances like sugars.

Both the statements are correct. Statement 1 is incorrect but Statement 2 is correct. Statement 1 is correct but Statement 2 is incorrect. Both the statements are incorrect.

Both the statements are correct.

Decomposition rate is slower if detritus is rich in lignin and chitin whereas it is faster if detritus is rich in Nitrogen and water soluble substances like sugars.