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Which extremophile can thrive in Utah's Great Salt Lake, which has an extraordinarily large
amount of salt? (1 point)
O acidophiles
O halophiles
endoliths
anaerobes

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Final answer:

Halophiles, like Halobacterium, thrive in highly saline environments such as the Great Salt Lake by maintaining osmotic balance through solute concentration buildup.


Explanation:

Halophiles are extremophiles that can thrive in highly saline environments like the Great Salt Lake in the U.S. They maintain osmotic balance by building up solute concentrations in their cells. An example of a halophile is Halobacterium, which is known for its ability to survive in extremely salty conditions, even in saturated brine solutions.


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