autophytic
/ˌɔːtəˈfɪtɪk/
adjective
- Relating to or characteristic of an autophyte; capable of producing its own food from inorganic substances.
- The autophytic nature of algae allows them to thrive in sunlit waters.
- Autophytic organisms form the base of most food chains in ecosystems.
- Scientists study autophytic plants to understand how they convert sunlight into energy.
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