Asked by Ashley Perkins on May 19, 2024

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One true characteristic of all animals is that they:

A) are mobile.
B) have a brain.
C) are heterotrophs.
D) have an organ system.
E) only show sexual reproduction.

Heterotrophs

Organisms that cannot produce their own food and rely on consuming other organisms for energy and nutrients.

Organ System

An organized group of tissues and organs that work together to perform a specialized set of functions (e.g., the digestive system or circulatory system).

Mobile

Capable of moving or being moved freely or easily.

  • Understand the factors prompting animal evolution in marine settings and the benefits these environments confer from an evolutionary perspective.
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Dominique EnriquezMay 24, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Animals are heterotrophs, meaning they obtain their energy by consuming other organisms. Unlike plants that can produce their own energy through photosynthesis, all animals need to eat either plants, other animals, or both to survive. This is a fundamental characteristic of the animal kingdom.