An Organic Nutrient That Cannot Be Synthesized by the Organism

Question

An organic nutrient that cannot be synthesized by the organism and must be provided is called a/an
A)element.
B)macronutrient.
C)water.
D)growth factor.
E)trace element.

Accepted Answer

A growth factor is an organic nutrient that cannot be synthesized by the organism and must be provided for their growth and metabolism. Examples of growth factors include amino acids, vitamins, and purines/pyrimidines. Elements and trace elements are inorganic nutrients, while macronutrients (like carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus) and water can be synthesized or obtained from the environment.