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Is the common edible mushroom an autotroph or a heterotroph?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Autotrophs and Heterotrophs**: - Autotrophs are organisms that can produce their own food using sunlight or chemical energy. They typically contain chlorophyll, which is essential for photosynthesis. - Heterotrophs, on the other hand, cannot produce their own food and rely on other organisms (plants or animals) for nutrition. 2. **Identifying the Common Edible Mushroom**: - The common edible mushroom is scientifically known as Agaricus. It is important to classify it correctly to determine its nutritional mode. ...
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  11. What is the ultimate source of energy for the ecosystems?

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  12. Is the common edible mushroom an autotroph or a heterotroph?

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  13. Why are oceans least productive?

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  15. Why are nutrient cycles in nature called biogeochemical cycles?

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