Which of the following is NOT true about chemoheterotrophs? Use organic compounds as a source of both carbon and energy Can use light for energy and CO2 as a source of carbon  Oxidize organic compounds (e.g., glucose) to generate ATP They are ultimately dependent on autotrophs to provide their carbon and energy None of the other four answers (all are true of chemoheterotrophs)

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