What Is the Minimum Concentration of Sodium Chloride That an Extreme

question 72

Multiple Choice

What is the minimum concentration of sodium chloride that an extreme halophile requires for growth?

• A) 2 M
• B) 6 M
• C) 4 M
• D) 10 M

---

Definitions:

Temperate Lakes

Lakes found in temperate climates, which have moderate temperatures and distinct seasonal changes.

Epilimnion

The upper layer of water in a stratified lake, characterized by warmer temperatures and high oxygen levels compared to deeper layers.

Hypolimnion

The colder, denser, bottom layer of water in a stratified lake, lying below the thermocline and not mixing with the warmer, upper layers.

Eutrophic Lake

A body of water characterized by high levels of nutrients leading to an abundance of plant life and depletion of oxygen, which can be detrimental to other organisms.