Which of the Following Terms Describes Organisms That Break Down

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following terms describes organisms that break down dead organic matter in order to absorb the nutrient molecules?

• A) prokaryotic
• B) autotrophic
• C) parasitic
• D) saprotrophic
• E) heterotrophic

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Definitions:

School Enrollment

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National Income

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Developing Countries

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