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What do heterotrophs use for carbon?
What do autotrophs use for carbon?
What is the energy source for photoautotrophs?
Sunlight
What is the carbon source for photoautotrophs?
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What is the energy source for photoheterotrophs?
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What is the energy source for chemolithoautotrophs?
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Study Notes
Heterotrophs
- Organisms that rely on organic carbon for nutrition.
Autotrophs
- Utilize inorganic carbon, specifically carbon dioxide, for growth.
- Capable of transforming inorganic carbon into organic forms through carbon fixation.
Photoautotrophs
- Depend on sunlight as their energy source.
- Utilize carbon dioxide as their primary carbon source.
Photoheterotrophs
- Acquire energy from sunlight.
- Use organic compounds as their source of carbon.
Chemolithoautotrophs
- Derive energy from inorganic chemicals.
- Utilize carbon dioxide as their carbon source.
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Explore the differences between various trophic classifications with these flashcards. Learn about heterotrophs, autotrophs, and other related terms essential for understanding ecological energy flow. Perfect for biology enthusiasts!
