Microbiology: A Systems Approach 4th Edition

Published by McGraw-Hill Education
ISBN 10: 0073402435
ISBN 13: 978-0-07340-243-7

Chapter 5 - Eukaryotic Cells and Microorganisms - 5.4 The Fungi - 5.4 Learning Outcomes-Assess Your Progress - Page 127: 14

Answer

Heterotroph: These organisms consume organic material for their food. An example is fungi. Saprobe: Saprobes consume decaying or dead organisms for their food. Fungus, and some types of bacteria, fall in this category Parasite: These organisms are dependent on a living host for their nutritional requirements. Examples are protozoa and helminths.

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Heterotroph: These organisms consume organic material for their food. An example is fungi. Saprobe: Saprobes consume decaying or dead organisms for their food. Fungus, and some types of bacteria, fall in this category Parasite: These organisms are dependent on a living host for their nutritional requirements. Examples are protozoa and helminths.
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