Questions: Which of the following is an autotroph? turtle fish algae yeast hawk

Which of the following is an autotroph? turtle fish algae yeast hawk
Transcript text: Which of the following is an autotroph? turtle fish algae yeast hawk
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The answer is algae.

Explanation for each option:

  • Turtle: Incorrect. Turtles are heterotrophs because they consume other organisms for energy.
  • Fish: Incorrect. Fish are also heterotrophs as they rely on consuming other organisms for their energy needs.
  • Algae: Correct. Algae are autotrophs because they can produce their own food through photosynthesis, using sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water.
  • Yeast: Incorrect. Yeast are heterotrophs as they obtain their energy by consuming organic substances.
  • Hawk: Incorrect. Hawks are heterotrophs because they are predators that consume other animals for energy.

Summary: Algae are autotrophs because they can produce their own food through photosynthesis, unlike the other organisms listed, which are all heterotrophs.

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