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Their source of carbon. Autotrophs obtain their carbon from inorganic sources such as from atmospheric carbon dioxide. Examples of autotrophs include plants, and euglena ( a protist).
Heterotrophs on the other hand, obtain their carbon from organic sources such as other organisms. Examples of heterotrophs include all secondary consumers, and decomposers.

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