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Definition of heterotrophic : requiring complex organic compounds of nitrogen and carbon (such as that obtained from plant or animal matter) for metabolic synthesis — compare autotrophic.
- What does heterotrophic mode mean?
- What is the meaning of autotrophic and heterotrophic?
- Why are animals heterotrophic?
What does heterotrophic mode mean?
Heterotrophic nutrition is the mode of nutrition where the organism is unable to prepare its food and hence, depends upon plants or other organisms for nutrition.
What is the meaning of autotrophic and heterotrophic?
Autotrophs are producers which prepare their own food. Heterotrophs are the consumers who depend on other sources for their food.
Why are animals heterotrophic?
Animals depend on other organisms for getting their food. They cannot make their own food, so they are heterotrophs.
