Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE Concerning Estuaries

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is FALSE concerning estuaries?

• A) Many organisms live in estuaries.
• B) Estuaries are very vulnerable to pollution.
• C) The salinity in estuaries varies because of mixing.
• D) An estuary is a type of delta.

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Definitions:

Phospholipids

A class of lipids that are a major component of all cell membranes, consisting of two fatty acids, a phosphate group, and a glycerol molecule.

Fatty Acids

Long chains of hydrocarbon molecules with a carboxylic acid group, which are components of lipids and play roles in energy storage and cellular structure.

Potassium Ion

A positively charged ion (K+) essential for various biological processes, including nerve transmission and muscle contraction.

Simple Diffusion

The movement of molecules from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration without the need for energy input or assistance of membrane proteins.