heterotroph
An organism that obtains energy by feeding on other organisms is called a consumer or a heterotroph.
Energy is transferred between organisms through consumption. When an organism consumes another organism, it obtains the energy stored in the consumed organism's tissues. This energy is then used by the consumer for various biological processes.
The process by which an organism obtains food is called feeding or nutrition. It involves the ingestion, digestion, absorption, and assimilation of nutrients from the food source to meet the organism's energy and growth requirements.
energy
parasites
This process is known as energy transfer, where one organism consumes and obtains energy from another organism. This can occur through various trophic levels in a food chain or web, allowing energy to flow through ecosystems. Ultimately, energy is passed along as organisms are consumed and their energy is utilized for growth, reproduction, and survival.
The organism that obtains nourishment through the oxidation of inorganic chemical compounds is called a chemotroph. This method of obtaining energy is known as chemosynthesis.
Food chain.
An organism that obtains energy from the food it consumes is known as a heterotroph. Heterotrophs include animals, fungi, and many bacteria, which rely on consuming organic matter for energy and nutrients. They break down complex food substances through digestion to release energy for their metabolic processes. In contrast to autotrophs, which produce their own energy through photosynthesis or chemosynthesis, heterotrophs depend on other organisms for sustenance.
A decomposer is an organism that obtains its energy from nonliving organic matter. Decomposers break down dead plants and animals, as well as other organic materials, into simpler compounds, releasing energy in the process. Examples of decomposers include fungi, bacteria, and certain types of worms.
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an organism that obtains its energy from the oxidation of inorganic compounds