Which term describes an organism that eats a mix of plants and meat?

• A. Food Chain
• B. Detritus
• C. Omnivore
• D. Niche

Answer: (C)

The concept being tested is how we categorize an organism by its diet. An organism that eats both plants and animals is an omnivore. This label fits because it reflects the ability to obtain energy from a mixed range of food sources, giving flexibility when one type of food is scarce. Humans, bears, and many birds are common examples, showing how omnivory spans different groups.

What about the other terms? A food chain is about the sequence of who eats whom in an ecosystem, not a description of an organism’s dietary habits. Detritus refers to dead plant or animal matter and the organisms that feed on it, not a general diet category. A niche is the broader role an organism plays in its environment, including its habitat and interactions, not just what it eats.