Prokaryotes: Heterotrophs Vs. Autotrophs
Prokaryotes, single-celled organisms with a simple cellular structure, exhibit diverse nutritional strategies. The classification of prokaryotes as heterotrophs or autotrophs is based on their mode of acquiring organic molecules for energy and growth. Heterotrophs consume organic molecules from other organisms, while autotrophs synthesize their own organic molecules using inorganic substances. The distinction between heterotrophs and … Read more