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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

mixotrophic

/mɪkˈsɒtrɒfɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does mixotrophic mean?

adjective

Having the ability to live and grow using both organic and inorganic sources of carbon, typically found in certain types of algae and bacteria.

Example

"The mixotrophic algae in the lake were able to thrive in the nutrient-poor environment."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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