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Chemotrophs

Chemotrophs are organisms that obtain energy by breaking down chemical compounds.

Definitions and Meanings:

1. Noun: Plural form of chemotroph, referring to a group of organisms.
2. Adjective: Describing organisms that rely on chemical reactions for energy production.

Sample Sentences:

1. The deep-sea bacteria are known as chemotrophs, as they derive their energy from hydrothermal vents.
2. Chemotrophs are widely distributed in various ecological niches, including soil and water environments.
3. Some chemotrophs utilize sulfur compounds as their energy source.
4. The chemotrophic bacteria thrived in the absence of sunlight by utilizing chemicals present in their environment.
5. Chemotrophic organisms play a crucial role in chemosynthesis, a process that occurs without the need for sunlight.

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