SSC MTS 2022 PYQ — Question 50

SSC MTS - 21 July 2022 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q50

Which of the following is an example of autotrophs?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Green plants

  • 'Green Plants' come under the category of autotrophs as they produce their food themsleves.
  • They are the first block of the food chain as they are the producers and rest of the organsims are consumers.
  • Algae along with some plants, bacteria and fungi are said to be autotrophs as they create their own energy and nutrients.