Question

Why algae are called chemo heterotrophic

Answer 1

Algae are called chemo heterotrophic because they primarily obtain energy and nutrients by ingesting or absorbing organic matter and breaking it down through chemical processes rather than through photosynthesis like autotrophic organisms such as plants. Chemo heterotrophic organisms rely on external sources of organic carbon to meet their energy needs. They are capable of utilizing a wide variety of organic compounds as a food source.