Match List I with List II: array llll ; & List-I & ; & List-II A. & Decomposition & I. & Accumulation of dark coloured amorphous colloidal substance B. & Detritus & II. & Release of inorganic nutrients by the activity of microbes in soil C. & Mineralisation & III. & Breaking down of complex organic matter into inorganic substances. D.s & Humification & IV. & Dead remains of plants and animals including fecal matter array Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

1. A. A-III, B-II, C-I, D-IV
2. B. A-IV, B-III, C-I, D-II
3. C. A-I, B-II, C-III, D-IV
4. D. A-III, B-IV, C-II, D-I

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