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Which compounds do autotrophs produce using light energy and nutrients?
Which compounds do autotrophs produce using light energy and nutrients?
- DNA and RNA
- Complex iron molecules and nucleotides
- Simple salts and water
- Carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids (correct)
What role do autotrophic plants play in the ecosystem?
What role do autotrophic plants play in the ecosystem?
- They decompose organic matter to recycle nutrients.
- They act as the main predators in their environment.
- They primarily act as symbiotic partners to animals.
- They provide energy to most of the living organisms. (correct)
From where do autotrophs primarily obtain their mineral salts and water?
From where do autotrophs primarily obtain their mineral salts and water?
- From decaying organic matter
- From the soil (correct)
- Through symbiosis with animals
- Directly from the atmosphere
Which simple substances do autotrophs use to produce complex compounds?
Which simple substances do autotrophs use to produce complex compounds?
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Why are most plants considered autotrophs?
Why are most plants considered autotrophs?
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