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Which of the following is false of microbes and pH? A) A neutralophilic bacteria

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Question

Which of the following is false of microbes and pH? A) A neutralophilic bacteria in acidic pH would use transport mechanisms to expel protons to maintain intracellular pH. B) Protons can leak through directly when the difference in intracellular and extracellular pH is very high. C) The neutral form of membrane permeable organic acids can enter a cell, then lower intracellular pH as they dissociate internally. D) If bacteria are living in your stomach they would be acidophilic. E) None of the above are false; all are true.

Explanation / Answer

B