Autotroph

The video explains how autotrophs like algae and plants produce complex organic compounds such as proteins and carbohydrates, which are essential for life. This process requires energy, often derived from light. Autotrophs play a crucial role in ecosystems by capturing chemical energy and raw materials needed by organisms higher up the food chain.

Describe the relationship between autotrophs and organisms higher up the food chain.

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Why are autotrophs considered key producers in the food chain?

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