Fungi and bacteria are heterotrophs because they cannot consume energy directly from sunlight. They are classified as decomposers because they break down dead organisms by discharging enzymes.
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Bacteria and fungi are classified as saprotrophs, which are organisms that obtain nutrients by breaking down dead organic matter. They secrete enzymes to break down organic material into simpler substances that they can then absorb and utilize for energy and growth.
Bacteria and fungi may be parasitic, or may be detrivores (decomposers) of dead organisms.
Freezing conditions can inhibit the growth and reproduction of bacteria and fungi by slowing down their metabolic activities. However, some bacteria and fungi have adapted mechanisms to survive freezing conditions by producing antifreeze compounds or spores. When the temperature rises, these organisms can resume their growth and metabolism.
No. They are heterotrophs just as you are. They are not usually green as photoautotrophs. They would not be close to the air to get sunlight.
Organisms that cannot make their own food are called heterotrophs. These organisms rely on consuming other organisms or organic matter to obtain their energy and nutrients for survival. Examples of heterotrophs include animals, fungi, and some types of bacteria.
Antibiotics are substances that can be obtained from bacteria or fungi that are used as drugs to fight pathogenic bacteria. Examples include penicillin, tetracycline, and erythromycin.
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