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DETRITIVORE
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eat plants animal remains and other dead matter, collectively called detritus
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CONSUMER
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another name for heterotrophs
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PRODUCER
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name for autotrophs because they make their own food
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PHOTOSYNTHESIS
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process in which autotrophs ues light energy to power chemical reactions that convert carbon dioxide and water into oxygen and energy-rich carbohydratessuch as sugars and starches
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OMNIVORES
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eat both plants and animals
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HERBIVORES
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obtain energy by eating only plants
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CHEMOSYNTHESIS
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when organisms use chemical energy to produce carbohydrates
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OMNIVORES
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eat both plants and animals
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CARNIVORES
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eat animals
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HETEROTROPHS
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organisms that rely on other organisms for their energy and food supply
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