A Saprobe Differs from a Parasite in That ________

question 15

Multiple Choice

A saprobe differs from a parasite in that ________.

• A) a saprobe acquires its nutrients from the remains of dead animals or plants whereas a parasite acquires its nutrients from living tissue
• B) a parasite acquires its nutrients from the remains of dead animals or plants whereas a saprobe acquires its nutrients from living tissue
• C) a saprobe synthesizes its nutrients using light energy and CO₂ whereas a parasite acquires its nutrients from living tissue
• D) a parasite synthesizes its nutrients using light energy and CO₂ whereas a saprobe acquires its nutrients from living tissue

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