When plants and animals die, their bodies are decomposed by organisms such as bacteria or fungi. Which statement is true regarding the decomposition process?
A.
Decomposition is a physical change because the identity of the dead plant or animal does not change.
B.
Decomposition is a physical change because the organism is broken down into new substances.
C.
Decomposition is a chemical change because the organism is broken down into new substances.
D.
Decomposition is a chemical change because the identity of the dead plant or animal does not change.