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What is the primary source of energy and materials for autotrophic organisms?
Carbon dioxide and water
How do heterotrophic organisms differ from autotrophic organisms in terms of food intake?
They depend on other organisms for their food
Which process fulfills the carbon and energy requirements of autotrophic organisms?
Photosynthesis
What role do enzymes play in the breakdown of complex substances for use by organisms?
Aid in the breakdown of complex substances into simpler ones
How do autotrophs differ from heterotrophs in obtaining energy?
Autotrophs absorb energy from the sun, while heterotrophs get energy from food
Explore how organisms obtain nutrition through various strategies like fungi, parasitism, and ingestion. Learn about different types of organisms and their unique ways of breaking down and deriving nutrients from food sources.
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