Asked by Keyona Lyles on Jun 18, 2024
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In which category do vultures,hyenas,and flies all fit?
A) autotroph
B) detritivore
C) scavenger
D) herbivore
Detritivore
Organisms that feed on dead organic matter, playing a crucial role in decomposing and recycling nutrients in ecosystems.
Scavenger
An organism that consumes dead or decaying biomass, contributing to the decomposition process and nutrient cycling in an ecosystem.
- Achieve an understanding of the various roles and categories of organisms in an ecosystem, highlighting producers, consumers, and decomposers.
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Khethani ThandoJun 21, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Vultures, hyenas, and flies all feed on dead animals, which makes them scavengers. Autotrophs produce their own food, herbivores eat plants, and detritivores consume decomposing organic matter.
Learning Objectives
- Achieve an understanding of the various roles and categories of organisms in an ecosystem, highlighting producers, consumers, and decomposers.