Which of the following is an adaptation that allows woody species to survive freezing temperatures?
A) emptying water from the vacuoles to prevent freezing
B) decreasing the numbers of phospholipids in cell membranes
C) increasing the proportion of saturated fatty acids in phospholipids
D) increasing cytoplasmic levels of specific solute concentrations, such as sugars

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Increasing cytoplasmic levels of specific solute concentrations, such as sugars, is an adaptation that helps prevent intracellular freezing by lowering the freezing point of water inside cells. This is a common strategy among woody species to survive freezing temperatures.

Which of the Following Is an Adaptation That Allows Woody