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What is the main characteristic of autotrophs?
What is the main characteristic of autotrophs?
Which of the following correctly describes heterotrophs?
Which of the following correctly describes heterotrophs?
What role do decomposers play in an ecosystem?
What role do decomposers play in an ecosystem?
Which of the following is NOT a type of heterotroph?
Which of the following is NOT a type of heterotroph?
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Which process do autotrophs utilize to convert sunlight into food?
Which process do autotrophs utilize to convert sunlight into food?
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Study Notes
Classification of Organisms
- Organisms are classified into three groups: Autotrophs/Producers, Heterotrophs/Consumers, and Decomposers.
Autotrophs/Producers
- Autotrophs are organisms that use sunlight directly to make food.
- They do this through photosynthesis.
- They are called autotrophs because they produce their own food.
- Examples include: Grass, Plants, Trees, and Corn.
Heterotrophs/Consumers
- Heterotrophs are organisms that eat producers or other organisms for energy.
- They depend on other organisms for food.
- Examples of heterotrophs include herbivores, carnivores, omnivores, and scavengers.
Decomposers
- Decomposers break down dead organisms and waste materials.
- They return nutrients to the environment.
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Test your knowledge on the classification of organisms, including autotrophs, heterotrophs, and decomposers. This quiz covers the definitions, examples, and roles of each group in the ecosystem. Perfect for biology students looking to reinforce their understanding.