Anabolism Definition
Anabolism is a set of enzyme-catalyzed reactions that synthesize relatively complex molecules from simple structures in living systems.
Autotrophs in the Food Chain
Examples of Autotrophs
The following are some of the examples of autotrophs; a. Green plants b. Green Sulfur Bacteria c. Methanogens d. Nitrogen-fixing bacteria
Types of Autotrophs
Autotrophs can be grouped into two categories depending on the source of energy they utilize to produce their food. 1. Photoautotrophs 2. Chemoautotrophs
Autotrophs- Definition, Types and 4 Examples
Autotrophs are organisms that are capable of producing their own food by using various inorganic components like water, sunlight, air, and other chemical substances.
Heterotrophs in the Food Chain
Important Viva Questions on Heterotrophs
Examples of Heterotrophs
1. Fungi 2. Photoheterotrophic cyanobacteria 3. Iron-reducing bacteria 4. Animals
Types of Heterotrophs based on electron source
1. Organotrophs 2. Lithotrophs
Types of Heterotrophs based on the energy source
1. Photoheterotrophs 2. Chemoheterotrophs
Heterotrophs Definition
Heterotrophs are organisms that do not produce their food and depend on other organisms for their food and energy.