Question

heterotrophs are also known as consumers, not because they buy a lot of things, but because they have to consume ____________ to produce energy? inorganic matter organic matter rewatch submit

Explanation:

Heterotrophs cannot produce their own food. They rely on consuming organic matter (such as plants or other animals) to obtain energy. Inorganic matter is not a source of energy for heterotrophs in the way described in the context of energy production for these organisms.

Answer:

organic matter