Compatible solutes are small organic molecules that are accumulated by certain microorganisms to counteract the harmful effects of environmental stresses. These molecules are known to stabilize proteins and other macromolecules, preserving their structure and function, even at high concentrations. Therefore, they do not disrupt macromolecular function, even at high concentration.

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Compatible Solutes

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Compatible solutes

A) disrupt macromolecular function.
B) do not disrupt macromolecular function,as long as the concentration is low.
C) do not disrupt macromolecular function,even at high concentration.
D) do not disrupt macromolecular function,as long as there are counteracting solutes present.

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