Which of the Following Statements Is a Correct Distinction Between

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is a correct distinction between autotrophs and heterotrophs?

• A) Autotrophs, but not heterotrophs, can nourish themselves beginning with CO₂ and other nutrients that are inorganic.
• B) Only heterotrophs require chemical compounds from the environment.
• C) Cellular respiration is unique to heterotrophs.
• D) Only heterotrophs have mitochondria.

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