Which of the following terms describes organisms that break down dead organic matter in order to absorb the nutrient molecules?
A) prokaryotic
B) autotrophic
C) parasitic
D) saprotrophic
E) heterotrophic

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Saprotrophic organisms are decomposers, which break down dead organic matter (such as fallen leaves, dead animals, and waste material), and absorb the nutrient molecules for their own growth and survival.

Which of the Following Terms Describes Organisms That Break Down