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Which one of the following is a partial heterotroph?

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Rafflesia
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Eucalyptus
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Drosera
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Hydrilla
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Solution

The correct option is C Drosera
Heterotrophs are organisms which obtain their food other organisms. Drosera is an insectivorous plant, so it consumes insects mainly for nitrogen content. It also has chlorophyll in its leaves, thus can perform photosynthesis. so, Drosera is a partial heterotroph because it consumes other insects as well as make its own food.
So, the correct option is 'Drosera'.

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