- A absorption (heterotrophic)
- B green-plant photosynthesis
- C chemical chemosynthesis
- D fixing free nitrogen
Correct answer: A. absorption (heterotrophic)
Explanation: Fungi are heterotrophs that absorb nutrients from their surroundings.
Concept context
Whittaker's five kingdom system covering Monera, Protista, Fungi, plus viruses, viroids, and lichens. A foundational NEET chapter on how living organisms are grouped.