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they feed on dead or decaying organic matter and are classified as saprophytes

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How an absorptive heterotrophs feed?

absorptive heterotroph digest food first and then absorb it, so thats how they feed


How does an absorptive heterotroph feed?

An absorptive heterotroph feeds by secreting enzymes to break down organic matter outside of its body, then absorbing the resulting nutrients through its cell membrane. This process allows them to obtain energy and nutrients from a wide range of organic materials.


How do absorptive heterotroph feed?

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A heterotrophic eukaryote that absords nutrients from organic materials in the environment is a?

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Is a leopard an autotroph or heterotroph?

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Does heterotroph and consumer have the same meaning?

No, heterotroph and consumer are not exactly the same. Heterotrophs are organisms that obtain energy by consuming other organisms or organic substances. Consumers are a type of heterotroph that specifically refers to organisms that feed on other organisms for energy.


Is a squirrel an autotroph or heterotroph?

Autotrophs produce their own food (eg. plants using photosynthesis to make glucose). Heterotrophs consume organic matter to feed themselves. Therefore, squirrels (as well as all other animals) are heterotrophs.


Is a cockroach an heterotroph?

A cockroach is a type of heterotroph called a scavenger. Unlike an autotroph, a heterotroph is not capable of producing its own food. It relies on an autotroph for its food. A scavenger, in particular, likes to eat leftovers of things or dead animals.


Is a hummingbird a heterotroph or autotroph?

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Is a grasshopper autotroph or heterotroph?

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Is botulism heterotroph?

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