Taj incorrectly states that autotrophs are also known as consumers that need to feed on other organisms, including plants and animals, to gain energy. Which of the following best describes consumers that feed on other organisms such as plants and animals for energy?

Question

A. heterotrophs
B. trophic levels
C. carnivores
D. herbivores

Answer 1

The best term that describes consumers that feed on other organisms, including plants and animals, for energy is A. heterotrophs. Heterotrophs are organisms that cannot produce their own food and rely on consuming other organisms for energy.