Which of the following is true regarding chemoautotrophs? | CGP Edu

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Published on: August 12, 2026

Which of the following is true regarding chemoautotrophs?

A

Bacteria oxidize various inorganic substance only for food production. &

B

They use chemical energy for food synthesis

C

They use light energy for food production

D

Both

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• Statement is true: Chemoautotrophs (also known as chemosynthetic autotrophs) obtain energy by oxidizing inorganic substances such as nitrates, nitrites, and ammonia.

• Statement is true: Unlike plants, these organisms do not rely on sunlight. Instead, they utilize the chemical energy released during the oxidation of those inorganic molecules to synthesize their food.

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