Dependence on Plants

1.Photosynthesis in Plants: Plants can prepare their own food through photosynthesis.

2.Animal Nutrition: Animals cannot prepare their own food. They obtain it directly by eating plants or indirectly by consuming animals that eat plants.

3.Nutrient Requirement: All organisms, including humans, need food for growth, repair, and bodily functions.

4.Digestion: The process of breaking down food into simpler substances is called digestion.

Different Ways of Taking Food

Variety of Modes

Different organisms have various modes of taking food: