Differentiate between an autotroph and a heterotroph.
Differences between an autotroph and a heterotroph:
Autotroph | Heterotroph |
Autotroph organisms can synthesize their own food from inorganic substances like CO2 and water. | Heterotroph organisms obtain their food directly or indirectly from autotrophs. |
Autotroph contain green pigment called chlorophyll. | Heterotroph do not contain green pigment. |
Examples: All green plants and some bacteria. | Examples: All animals and fungi. |