Heterotrophism

Translation of "heterotrophism" into Russian

heterotrophism

Noun

/ˌhɛtəˈrɒtrəfɪzəm/

/ˌhɛtəˈroʊtrəfɪzəm/

heterotrophism

гетеротрофизм

Heterotrophism is a mode of nutrition in which organisms depend on other organisms for food.

Гетеротрофизм - это способ питания, при котором организмы зависят от других организмов в получении пищи.

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heterotrophism

Noun

/ˌhɛtəˈrɒtrəfɪzəm/

/ˌhɛtəˈroʊtrəfɪzəm/

The condition or mode of nutrition in which an organism derives its food and energy from organic substances, typically by consuming other organisms or their by-products.

Heterotrophism is a characteristic of animals, fungi, and many bacteria, which rely on organic compounds for nourishment.

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