Biology
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Saprophyte and Parasite
| Characteristics | Parasite | Saprophyte |
|---|---|---|
| Definition | Individuals of one species that live at the expense of individuals from another species, called hosts. | Organisms that feed on decaying dead organic matter and break it down into simple molecules that can be used by the autotrophs. |
| Food source | Obtained from host without killing it. | Obtained from decaying entities. |
| Feeding | Feeds with vital products from the host or parts of its body. | Feeds with decaying dead organic matter. |