Autotrophs & Heterotrophs

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants, algae, and some bacteria convert light energy into chemical energy in the form of glucose using carbon dioxide and water.

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Which formula represents photosynthesis?

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6 H₂O + 6 CO₂ = C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6 O₂

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What is an autotroph?

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An autotroph is an organism that produces its own food from inorganic substances, typically through photosynthesis or chemosynthesis.

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What is a heterotroph?

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A heterotroph is an organism that cannot produce its own food and instead obtains energy by consuming other organisms.

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What is a herbivore?

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A herbivore is an organism that gets energy from eating only plants.

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What is a carnivore?

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A carnivore is an organism that gets energy from eating other animals.

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What is an omnivore?

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An omnivore is an organism that gets energy by eating both plants and animals.

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Give an example of an autotroph.

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Plants, such as trees and flowers, are examples of autotrophs.

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Give an example of a heterotroph.

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Humans and animals like lions and cows are examples of heterotrophs.

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What role do autotrophs play in an ecosystem?

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Autotrophs are primary producers in an ecosystem, providing energy for all other organisms.