By themselves, heterotrophs would deplete the world of __________ sources and starve to death.
A) usable nitrogen
B) organic carbon
C) water
D) energy
E) oxygen

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Heterotrophs rely on consuming organic carbon found in other organisms for energy and carbon, unlike autotrophs, which can produce their own food from inorganic sources like carbon dioxide. Without a continuous supply of organic carbon, heterotrophs would indeed deplete their primary energy source and eventually starve.

By Themselves, Heterotrophs Would Deplete the World of __________ Sources