Environmental Condition 2:

The environment contains high levels of hydrogen peroxide which is toxic to the cell.

Which ONE of the following options describes a single-celled organism best adapted to this environmental condition, together with an accurate justification ?

Question

Environmental Condition 2: 
 
 The environment contains high levels of hydrogen peroxide which is toxic to the cell. 
 
 Which  ONE  of the following options describes a single-celled organism  best adapted  to this environmental condition, together with an  accurate justification ?

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The organism increases the number of membrane proteins to minimize interactions with hydrogen peroxide.

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The organism produces elevated levels of catalase and reduced levels of peroxidase to reduce hydrogen peroxide levels.

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The organism produces elevated levels of protease and amylase to reduce hydrogen peroxide levels.

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The organism increases the production of glycolipids to enhance membrane fluidity.

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The organism increases the production of ester bonds in membrane lipids to enhance stability.

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The organism uses a proton pump to break down hydrogen peroxide outside the cell and then transfer hydrogen ions into the cell.

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The organism has increased numbers of peroxisomes and produces elevated levels of catalase and peroxidase.

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The organism has increased numbers of peroxisomes and produces elevated levels of catalase.

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