How does the presence of high concentrations of salt orsugars in food prevent growth of microorganisms?(a) It sets up a hypotonic environment causing the cells tolyse.(b) It sets up an isotonic environment in which cells die.(c) It sets up an environmental high in osmotic pressureresulting in cellular plasmolysis (water loss).(d) a and b.(e) None of the above.

How does the presence of high concentrations of salt orsugars in food prevent growth of microorganisms?(a) It sets up a hypotonic environment causing the cells tolyse.(b) It sets up an isotonic environment in which cells die.(c) It sets up an environmental high in osmotic pressureresulting in cellular plasmolysis (water loss).(d) a and b.(e) None of the above.

Concepts of Biology

1st Edition

ISBN:9781938168116

Author:Samantha Fowler, Rebecca Roush, James Wise

Publisher:Samantha Fowler, Rebecca Roush, James Wise

Chapter3: Cell Structure And Function

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 18CTQ: Why is it advantageous for the cell membrane to be fluid in nature?

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