During the starvation response, most organisms can do all of the following EXCEPT:
A) retool transport systems for the uptake of different nutrients
B) form metabolically inactive endospores
C) protect against reactive oxygen species
D) protect against temperature extremes
E) protect against pH extremes

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While many organisms can form metabolically inactive endospores as a mechanism for survival during starvation, not all can. Therefore, forming endospores is not a universally applicable response to starvation.

During the Starvation Response, Most Organisms Can Do All of the Following