Which statement best describes autotrophic organisms? A) Autotrophs are exemplified by fungi. B) Autotrophs are exemplified by animals. C) Autotrophs cannot carry out cellular respiration. D) Autotrophs depend on heterotrophs for food. E) Autotrophs synthesize complex molecules from CO₂, water, and energy.

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Autotrophs are organisms that can produce their own food from inorganic substances like CO2 and water, using energy sources such as sunlight (photosynthesis) or chemical reactions (chemosynthesis).

Which Statement Best Describes Autotrophic Organisms