Pheretima and its close relatives derive nourishment
from
(a) sugarcane roots
(b) decaying fallen leaves and soil organic matter
(c) soil insects
(d) small pieces of fresh fallen leaves of maize, etc.

1 Answer

Answer :

(b) decaying fallen leaves and soil organic matter

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