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Definition of Mixotrophy
1. Noun. (biology) The derivation of metabolic energy from a combination of photosynthesis and an external energy source ¹
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Medical Definition of Mixotrophy
1. The property of certain microorganisms that can assimilate organic compounds as carbon sources but not as energy sources. Origin: G. Mixis, mixture, fr. Mignumi, to mix, + trophe, nourishment (05 Mar 2000)
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