Identify difference between a parasite and a saprotroph.

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Parasites feed on dead and decaying matter

Organisms that parasites are associated with are called hosts

Saprotrophs produce their own food

Humans are saprotrophic in nature

answer is B.

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Concept: A parasite is a living organism that is dependent on another living organism, mainly to fulfill its shelter and nutritional requirements. The parasite either causes a negative effect on the host or it can have no effect.

Saprotrophs are the organisms that derive their nutrition from dead and decaying matter.

Hence the correct option is B.

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