A(n) ________ cell loses membrane integrity and cannot carry out the simple transport functions needed to sustain growth.
A) depolarized
B) endospore
C) planktonic
D) heterocyst
E) dormant

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A depolarized cell has lost membrane integrity and is unable to carry out simple transport functions, leading to an inability to sustain growth. The other choices do not necessarily involve membrane integrity or transport functions. Endospores are specialized structures formed by certain bacteria to survive harsh conditions. Planktonic simply refers to free-floating bacteria in liquid environments. Heterocysts are specialized cells found in certain types of bacteria that can fix nitrogen. Dormant cells are in a state of suspended animation but do not necessarily have compromised membrane integrity.

A(n) ________ Cell Loses Membrane Integrity and Cannot Carry Out