Autotrophs are also known as_________.

producers

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primary consumers

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secondary consumers

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tertiary consumers

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Solution

The correct option is A producers
Autotrophs are also known as producers. They occupy the first trophic level. They convert the solar energy into chemical energy making it available for the successive trophic levels.

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