Question

fungi
fungi are heterotrophic organisms that consume organic matter from other organisms for energy and nutrients. unlike plants, they cannot produce their own food but instead depend on external sources.
what differentiates fungi from plants?
fungi can only grow on the ground.
fungi can photosynthesize.
fungi are heterotrophic and cannot make their own food.

Explanation:

The text states fungi are heterotrophic, relying on external organic - matter sources, unlike plants which can produce their own food.

Answer:

C. Fungi are heterotrophic and cannot make their own food.