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mixotrophy.

The derivation of metabolic energy from a combination of photosynthesis and an external energy source.

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Meaning & usage

noun
  1. The derivation of metabolic energy from a combination of photosynthesis and an external energy source.

    uncountable
Where this word comes from

Etymology tree English mixo- Ancient Greek τροφή (trophḗ)der. English -trophy English mixotrophy From mixo- + -trophy.

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