Question

Define nutrition .what are the differences between autotrophic and heterotrophic nutrition​

Answer 1

Nutrition is the process of intake of nutrients (like carbohydrates, fats, proteins, minerals, vitamins and water) by an organism as well as the utilization of these nutrients by the organism.

The difference between them is given below

Answer 2

Explanation:

Nutrition is nourishment or energy that is obtained from food consumed or the process of consuming the proper amount of nourishment and energy. An example of nutrition is the nutrients found in fruits and vegetables. An example of nutrition is eating a healthy diet.

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There are two modes of nutrition : i) Autotrophic mode of nutrition : In this mode of nutrition organisms make their own food. Plants make their own food by Photosynthesis in presence of Sunlight. ii) Heterotrophic mode of nutrition: In this mode of nutrition organisms obtain food from others like :- human beings.Autotrophic Nutrition Heterotrophic NutritionIn autotrophic nutrition, organisms prepare their own food In heterotrophic nutrition, organisms do not prepare their own foodAutotrophs are the producers in the food chain Heterotrophs are the consumers in the food chain.

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