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Do heterotrophs convert solar energy into chemical energy?

Answer 1

Logan Allen

No, only autotrophs converts solar energy into chemical ewnergy.

Only, the autotrophs, i.e., green plants are able to convert solar energy into chemical energy. The green plants photosynthesize into glucose by the help of carbon dioxide and water in presence of sun light.
The heterophs depend on the autotrophs for food supply. Thank you

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Answer 2

Ivy Acosta

No, heterotrophs do not directly convert solar energy into chemical energy. They obtain their energy by consuming organic compounds produced by autotrophs, which convert solar energy into chemical energy through photosynthesis. Heterotrophs then break down these organic compounds through processes like cellular respiration to obtain the energy they need for survival.

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