Asked by Cindy Ramirez on May 21, 2024
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The extreme halophiles only survive in environments that are extremely high in ____.
A) acid
B) heat
C) hydrogen
D) oxygen
E) salt
Extreme Halophiles
Organisms that thrive in highly saline environments, often found in salt lakes and evaporation ponds.
Salt
Compound that releases ions other than H+ and OH– when it dissolves in water.
Environments
The surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operates, including natural, built, and social contexts.
- Identify the mechanisms by which microorganisms adapt to extreme environments.
Verified Answer
AJ
Akissia JelandiMay 23, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
Extreme halophiles are organisms that thrive in high salt environments, often with salt concentrations exceeding that of seawater. Therefore, the correct choice is E) salt.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the mechanisms by which microorganisms adapt to extreme environments.