Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
autotrophic
adjective
ˌɔːtəʊˈtrɒfɪk
Definition
Relating to organisms that produce their own food through photosynthesis or chemosynthesis.
Examples
- Plants are considered autotrophic because they convert sunlight into energy.
- Cyanobacteria are autotrophic and play a crucial role in oxygen production.
Meaning
Autotrophic organisms can create organic substances from inorganic materials, typically using sunlight or chemical energy.
Synonyms
- Self-feeding
- Self-sustaining
