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Properties of Water- Thermal

4. Water / Properties of Water- Thermal / Problem 3

What is the significance of water’s high heat capacity in the thermal regulation of microbial cells?

A

It allows microbial cells to rapidly dissipate excess heat.

B

It buffers microbial cells against rapid temperature fluctuations.

C

It reduces the thermal energy required for microbial growth.

D

It increases the rate of heat transfer across microbial membranes.

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