Clam shells such as the one shown in the photograph help build and shape structures by providing the nutrients necessary to form reef frameworks. Other organisms in the ecosystem depend on these structures. Which term best describes the clam's role in its marine habitat? A. Producer
B. Biotic factor
C. Protist
D. Abiotic factor
The Correct answer is Biotic Factor​

The answer is B.

Explanation:

The answer is B. Biotic factor because biotic factor means living things.

from my research i have to the conclusion that decomposers, such as fungi, bacteria and invertebrates, play a critical role in nutrient cycling and without them the earth's ecosystem may not support life as we know it. elements such as carbon, nitrogen and phosphorus exist in limited amounts on earth, although huge amounts of carbon are being released into the atmosphere from underground sources now by humans. it is still extremely important that other nutrients be retained by the process of re-use. decomposers are organisms that are able to chemically break down dead material and make these elements available for use by other organisms. without this breakdown of dead material, dead bodies would pile up. so decomposers also play a role in clean up also. without them, life might not continue as we know it and dead material would overwhelm the earth.