Autotrophs and Heterotrophs

Heterotrophs can be classified as...

• only herbivores.

• only carnivores.

• only omnivores.

• herbivores, carnivores, and omnivores.

Heterotrophs are also known as...

• producers.

• consumers.

Click all examples of heterotrophs.

• Plants

• Animals

• Bacteria

• Some types of fungi and protists.

What is the source of energy for producers?

• Carbon Dioxide

• Soil

• Sunlight

• Water

What is a cactus?

• Autotroph

• Heterotroph

What is the name of the process that autotrophs or producers use to make food?

• Chemosynthesis

• Photosynthesis

• Cellular Respiration

Is it possible for an organism to be both a autotroph and an heterotroph?

• Yes, an Euglena is an example.

• No, organisms can not be both.

If an autotroph uses light as its energy source it is called a...

• photoautotroph.

• chemoautotroph.

What is a worm?

• Autotroph

• Heterotroph

Humans are considered _____ because we use _____ to get our energy.

• chemoautotrophs - chemicals

• chemoheterotrophs - chemicals