Biology 2e
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Author: Matthew Douglas, Jung Choi, Mary Ann Clark
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Chapter 22, Problem 17RQ
Prokaryotes that obtain their energy from chemical compounds are called _____________.
- phototrophs
- auxotrophs
- chemotrophs
- lithotrophs
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Chapter 22 Solutions
Biology 2e
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