Question

multiple choice question

which term describes a microbe that grows in a habitat with a high solute concentration?

osmophile
neutrophile
hyperphile

Explanation:

Analyze the question stem

The question asks for the term describing a microbe that grows in environments with high solute concentrations (high osmotic pressure).

Evaluate the given options

• Osmophile: Microorganisms adapted to environments with high osmotic pressure, such as high solute (sugar or salt) concentrations.
• Neutrophile: Organisms that thrive in neutral pH environments (typically pH 5.5 to 8.0).
• Hyperphile: Not a standard microbiological term for solute preference.

Determine the correct term

An osmophile is the correct term for a microbe adapted to high solute concentrations.

Answer:

• Osmophile (Correct answer)
• Neutrophile
• Hyperphile