Extreme Halophiles Absorb Light to Form ATP, Using a Molecule

question 72

Multiple Choice

Extreme halophiles absorb light to form ATP, using a molecule called microbial rhodopsin.This molecule is formed by combining a protein with _______, a pigment also found in the vertebrate eye.

• A) NaCl
• B) ammonia
• C) retinal
• D) chlorophyll
• E) sulfur

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