Osmolytes are Chemically

Question

Osmolytes are chemically
A) Indistinguishable from inorganic ions
B) Of only one type, found only in mammals and marine reptiles
C) Diverse, but restricted to organically derived compounds
D) Diverse, but restricted to inorganic ions

Accepted Answer

Osmolytes are chemically diverse and include a variety of organic compounds such as amino acids, sugars, and polyols, which help organisms manage osmotic stress. They are not restricted to inorganic ions or found only in specific groups of animals.