True. Necrotrophs are pathogens that typically kill host cells as part of their infection strategy, allowing them to feed on the dead tissue. In contrast, biotrophs establish a relationship with the host that often maintains host cell viability, allowing them to extract nutrients without immediately killing the host cells.
Necrotrophs kill host cells in advance of invasion, whereas biotrophs sustain host cell viability during infection.
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