What Enable Thermophilic Bacteria to Withstand Very High Temperatures

question 19

Multiple Choice

What enable thermophilic bacteria to withstand very high temperatures?

• A) high glycerol concentrations that protect cell membranes
• B) low concentrations of isozymes that change form at high temperatures
• C) cell materials that reduce heat transfer
• D) high proportions of particular amino acids that form strong bonds

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