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Prokaryotes that use light for their energy source and co2 for their carbon source are called _____.

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Photoautotrophs

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Photoautotrophs are cells that capture light energy, and use carbon dioxide as their carbon source. There are many photoautotrophic prokaryotes, which include cyanobacteria. Photoautotrophic prokaryotes use similar compounds to those of plants to trap light energy.

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