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Multiple Choice
An organism that is both autotrophic and eukaryotic would belong to which category?
A
Plants
B
Fungi
C
Bacteria
D
Animals
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Begin by understanding the terms 'autotrophic' and 'eukaryotic'. Autotrophic organisms can produce their own food, typically through photosynthesis, using light energy, water, and carbon dioxide. Eukaryotic organisms have cells with a nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles.
Next, consider the characteristics of each category provided: Plants, Fungi, Bacteria, and Animals. Determine which of these categories can be both autotrophic and eukaryotic.
Plants are known to be autotrophic because they perform photosynthesis. They are also eukaryotic because their cells contain a nucleus and organelles such as chloroplasts.
Fungi are eukaryotic but are not autotrophic; they are heterotrophic, meaning they obtain their food by absorbing nutrients from other organisms.
Bacteria can be autotrophic, but they are prokaryotic, not eukaryotic, as their cells lack a nucleus. Animals are eukaryotic but are heterotrophic, not autotrophic. Therefore, the category that fits both criteria is Plants.