_____ can use energy directly from the environment(e.g. the sun), while _____ need to actively seek out their energy sources. (Hint: what are the most general categories of organisms that do each one?)

Select all apply:

A. Autotrophs
B. Heterotrophs
C. Herbivores
D. Omnivores
E. Detritivores


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