Question 26
Photosynthesis and Plant NutritionAutotrophic nutrition is a process whereby an organism obtains food
- A.by utilizing its stored energy.
- B.by synthesizing simple substances using energy.
- C.from other organisms in exchange for some products.
- D.in a synthesized form, from other living organisms.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (by synthesizing simple substances using energy.)
Explanation
Autotrophs build their food from simple inorganic substances (CO2, water) using energy from light or chemicals.