Question

Organisms that obtain food from host organisms is called ____________.

• A. Saprophytes
• B. Autotrophs
• C. Consumers
• D. Parasites

Answer 1

The correct option is D

Parasites

The correct option is D.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. A parasite is a parasitic organism that lives inside or on its host.
2. It feeds on the host's food and nutrients. The host is harmed by parasites.
3. Examples of parasites are, lice, Cuscuta, plasmodium

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option A:

1. Saprophytes are living organisms that feed on the dead and decaying organisms.
2. In the field of soil biology, they are extremely important.
3. They break down complex organic matter into simpler substances that plants can use for a variety of metabolic activities.
4. Fungi and a few bacteria are examples of saprophytes.

Option B:

1. Autotrophs are organisms that produce their own food using solar energy and inorganic raw materials such as CO2 and water.
2. Autotrophs include all green plants and other photosynthetic organisms.

Option C:

All species that depend on plants or other organisms for food are considered consumers.

Final Answer: Organisms that obtain food from host organisms is called a parasite.