Which of the Following Statements Best Describes the Relationship Between

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the relationship between autotrophs and heterotrophs?

• A) Autotrophs produce their organic molecules from CO₂ and other inorganic molecules, whereas heterotrophs obtain their organic molecules from compounds produced by other organisms.
• B) Heterotrophs produce their organic molecules from CO₂ and other inorganic molecules, whereas autotrophs obtain their organic molecules from compounds produced by other organisms.
• C) Both autotrophs and heterotrophs produce some of their organic molecules from CO₂ and other inorganic molecules.
• D) Heterotrophs are considered the producers of the biosphere, whereas autotrophs are consumers.

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