What is the mode of nutrition in human beings?

autotrophic

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heterotrophic

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saprophyte

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parasite

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Solution

The correct option is B
heterotrophic

The mode of nutrition in human beings is heterotrophic. An organism that cannot manufacture its own food and instead obtains its food and energy by taking in organic substances, usually plant or animal matter are called heterotrophs. For example, all animals, protozoans, fungi, and most bacteria.

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