Question

Which statement about a turtle's energy source is true?

Responses

A. A turtle performs photosynthesis to gain its energy.

B. Nutrients in the water are the ultimate source of energy for a turtle

C. A turtle relies indirectly on the sun as an energy source.

Answer 1

C. A turtle relies indirectly on the Sun as an energy source.

Step-by-step explanation:

Turtles are animals, meaning they are unable to perform photosynthesis, thus option A is inapplicable. Turtles consume food such as algae and seagrass. These aquatic plants gain their energy directly from the Sun through photosynthesis, and as a result when the turtle consumes these plants, that energy from the Sun is indirectly feeding the turtle.