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BIO 102 Mechanisms of Plant Nutrition and Synthesis Objective Question

Question

Which of the following describes a heterotrophic plant that depends on organic material present in the soil or dead bodies of plants and animals for nutrition?
Options
A Parasite
B Autotroph
C Saprophyte
Correct Answer
D Carnivore
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 19 defines 'saprophytes when they depend on the organic material present in the soil or in the dead bodies of plants and animals.'

Hint

This term refers to organisms that feed on decaying organic matter.

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