In General, the Halophiles Are Well Adapted, Both Internally and Externally

question 48

True/False

In general, the halophiles are well adapted, both internally and externally, to life in a highly ionic environment.

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Definitions:

Metaphase

A stage of cell division where chromosomes line up at the cell's equator before being separated into daughter cells.

Chromosomes

Chromosomes are long strands of DNA wound around proteins, found in the nucleus of cells, containing genes that code for traits.

Foramen Ovale

An opening in the fetal heart connecting the right atrium to the left atrium, allowing blood to bypass the lungs, which are not yet in use.

Fossa Ovalis

An oval depression in the interatrial septum of the heart that is a remnant of the foramen ovale of fetal circulation.