You are given a science question (easy-level) and four answer options (associated with "A", "B", "C", "D"). Your task is to find the correct answer based on scientific facts, knowledge, and reasoning. Do not generate anything else apart from one of the following characters: 'A', 'B, 'C', 'D'. There is only one correct answer for each question.
Q: An ecosystem is a community of organisms interacting with their physical environment. Why are decomposers an important part of ecosystems?
(A) They break down dead organisms to return nutrients to the soil. (B) They produce their own food for survival. (C) They play a role in preventing weathering and erosion. (D) They provide most of the energy to consumers.
A:
A