mixotroph

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Pronunciation

/ˈmɪk səˌtrɒf/

Part of Speech

noun

Definition

An organism which uses an inorganic substance as a substrate in energy metabolism and which requires an organic compound as a carbon source.

Etymology

Greek, from mixo & trophikós

mixotroph
Accepted term: 10-Jun-2016