what are
differences between atotropic
and heterotropic nutrition
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The differences between autotrophs and heterotrophs are given below:
AutotrophsHeterotrophsType of OrganismsUsually members of the plant kingdom and certain unicellular organisms like cyanobacteriaAll members of the animal kingdomMode of NutritionAutotrophs are producers which prepare their own food.Heterotrophs are the consumers who depend on other sources for their food.Classified intoThese can be classified as photoautotrophs and chemoautotrophs.These can be classified as photoheterotrophs and chemoheterotrophs.Presence of chloroplastsThe chloroplast helps in preparing food.They do not contain chloroplast, so cannot prepare food.Energy is obtained fromThey obtain energy from inorganic sources by converting light energy into chemical energy.They obtain energy directly or indirectly from other organisms.Energy StorageAutotrophs can store light energy and chemical energy.Heterotrophs cannot store energy.In Food ChainThey are placed at the primary level in the food chain.These are placed in the secondary or tertiary level in the food chain.LocomotionThey cannot move from their place.Can move from one place to another in search of food and shelter.ExamplesGreen plants, algae and a few photosynthetic bacteria are examples of autotrophs.Cows, buffaloes, tigers, horses, humans are examples of heterotrophs.
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