Chapter 5: Energy Flashcards
1
Q
Autotrophs
A
Assimilate energy from sunlight, or from inorganic compounds. Ex: Bacteria
2
Q
Heterotrophs
A
Obtain their energy by consuming organic compounds form other organisms
3
Q
Chemosynthesis
A
Energy from inorganic compounds is used to produce carbohydrates
4
Q
Light compensation point
A
Where CO2 uptake is balanced by CO2 loss by respiration
5
Q
Saturation point
A
When photosynthesis no longer increases as light increases
