Is yeast autotrophic or heterotrophic?

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The question is asking whether yeast is capable of producing its own food (autotrophic) or if it needs to consume other organic materials (heterotrophic). This involves understanding the nutritional classification of yeast.

Answer

Heterotrophic

Yeast is heterotrophic.

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Yeast is heterotrophic.

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Yeast relies on organic compounds for nutrition, which means it cannot produce its own food as autotrophs do. Instead, it absorbs nutrients from its environment, classifying it as heterotrophic.

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