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saprophytic organisms
 

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Noun saprophytic organism has 1 sense
  1. saprophyte, saprophytic organism - an organism that feeds on dead organic matter especially a fungus or bacterium
    --1 is a kind of organism, being

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Saprophytic Organisms

Definition: Saprophytic organisms are organisms that obtain nutrients and energy by decomposing dead organic matter.

Examples:

  • Noun: Fungi are saprophytic organisms that break down fallen leaves in the forest.
  • Adjective: The decayed log provided a perfect environment for saprophytic bacteria to thrive.

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