What is the difference between saprophytes and decomposers - Science - Our Environment

Question

What is the difference between saprophytes and decomposers?

Krishnakoli Datta · Accepted Answer

Saprophytes

Decomposers

Saprophytes feed on dead and decaying materials in the
soil

Decomposers breakdown complex organic matters into their simpler
forms

Saprophytes	Decomposers
Saprophytes feed on dead and decaying materials in the soil.	Decomposers breakdown complex organic matters into their simpler forms.