Which of the following is true regarding an environment with a high osmolarity?

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Osmolarity refers to the concentration of solutes in a solution, and a high osmolarity means there are many solutes present. This creates a low water activity, as water molecules are drawn towards the solutes, making them less available for chemical reactions or biological processes. Therefore, choice D is the correct answer. Choices A and B are incorrect as a high osmolarity implies high salt concentration and the pH may vary but is not necessarily high. Choice C is incorrect as a high water activity would mean that there is more free water available, which is opposite to what occurs in a high osmolarity environment.

Which of the Following Is True Regarding an Environment with a High