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Which biomolecule is the main source of energy in heterotrophic organisms?

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A Heterotroph is a living organism that obtains its energy from carbohydrates and other organic material. All animals and most bacteria and fungi are heterotrophic.

For example people and animals eat complex carbohydrates and sugars which they metabolize to produce energy.
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