Which of the following organisms are ultimately dependent on the sun as a source of energy?
A)A night-blooming flower that is pollinated by night-flying bats.
B)An underground earthworm that avoids the sun.
C)A cave fish that feeds on plant debris.
D)All of the choices ARE ultimately dependent on the sun.
E)All of the choices are NOT ultimately dependent on the sun.

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All organisms are ultimately dependent on the sun because the sun is the primary source of energy for photosynthesis, which supports the food chain. Even organisms that do not directly interact with sunlight rely on energy initially captured by photosynthetic organisms.

Which of the Following Organisms Are Ultimately Dependent on the Sun