What is Parthotroph?

Answer 1

Parthotroph is a term used in microbiology to describe organisms that can obtain their nutritional requirements from a variety of sources, typically including inorganic compounds or simple organic molecules. Unlike autotrophs, which produce their own food from inorganic substances, parthotrophs rely on external organic sources but are not strictly dependent on complex organic materials. This flexibility allows them to thrive in diverse environments where food sources may be limited or variable.