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Which of the following refers specifically to an organisms source of carbon for cellular growth?
1. Auxotroph
2. Autotroph
3. Phototroph
4. Prototroph
5. Chemoorganotroph
Option two is correct.Organisms that use CO2 as a sole source of carbon for growth are called autotrophs.
Phototroph - Organism that use radiant energy(light) are called phototrophs.
Chemoorganotrophs - Organism that use an organic form of carbon are called heterotrophs.
Prototroph - Prototrophic cells also referred 'Wild type' are self sufficient producers of required amino acids.
Auxotroph - They requires a particular additional nutrient to be on medium that they cannot produce.