saprozoic

saprozoic definition - medical

sap·ro·zo·ic (săpˌrə-zōˈĭk)

adjective
  1. Obtaining nourishment by absorption of dissolved organic and inorganic materials, as occurs in certain protozoa and some fungi.
  2. Feeding on dead or on decaying animal matter.

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