The answer is C. The first option is highly unlikely, the second option is impossible, and C is a much more likely answer than D.
Answer:
Heterotroph
Explanation:
A heterotroph is an organism that ingests or absorbs organic carbon in order to be able to produce energy and synthesize compounds to maintain its life.
I think this is the answer. It may be autotroph if im wrong.
What are the answer choices?
Answer:
D. Capsule.
However, I think this is a multiple choice question, so let me answer it that way.
a. slime layer
b. fimbriae
c. cell membrane
d. capsule
e. All of the choices are correct.