Compatible solutes counteract the tendency of a cell to become

A) buoyant in high ionic strength environments.
B) hyperosmotic in low ionic strength environments.
C) dehydrated in high ionic strength environments.
D) viscous in low ionic strength environments.


Answer: C

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____________________ Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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