Match the term to its definition. (4 points)

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Heterotroph
autotroph
Decomposer
omnivore
an organism that captures energy to produce its own food and provide the foundation of the food suppy for other organisms
an organism that cannot make its own food and receives its nutrients and energy by feeding on other organisms.
an organism that eats both plants and animals
:: an organism that gets energy by breaking down the remains of dead organisms or animal waste

Answer 1

Here are the terms matched to their definitions:

1. Heterotroph - an organism that cannot make its own food and receives its nutrients and energy by feeding on other organisms.
2. Autotroph - an organism that captures energy to produce its own food and provide the foundation of the food supply for other organisms.
3. Decomposer - an organism that gets energy by breaking down the remains of dead organisms or animal waste.
4. Omnivore - an organism that eats both plants and animals.