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Chemoheterotrophy is a mode of nutrition in which organisms obtain energy by breaking down organic compounds, typically carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, which are not produced by the organism itself. This process is facilitated by enzymes and occurs in the presence of oxygen, making it an aerobic process. Chemoheterotrophs are organisms that rely on this method of nutrition. They are found in various kingdoms of life, including bacteria, fungi, and some protists. Examples of chemoheterotrophs include most animals, many fungi, and certain bacteria. This mode of nutrition is distinct from autotrophy, where organisms produce their own food through processes like photosynthesis or chemosynthesis, and from mixotrophy, where organisms obtain nutrients both through ingestion and synthesis. Chemoheterotrophy is a fundamental aspect of many ecosystems, as it allows for the recycling of organic matter and the transfer of energy through food chains.