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The cell membranes of Antarctic ice fish might have which of the following adaptations?A) very long chain fatty acidsB) branched isoprenoid lipidsC) a high percentage of polyunsaturated fatty acidsD) a higher percentage of trans-fatty acidsE) no cholesterol

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Answer: a high percentage of polyunsaturated fatty acids

Explanation:

Cell membranes are semi-permeable membrane, which is selective for certain molecules.

The correct answer is:

Option C. a high percentage of polyunsaturated fatty acids

The adaptation of cell membranes of antarctic ice fish are:

1. The ice fish of Antarctica is known as Channichthyidae. The blood of the icefish is extremely low viscous and making it easier to pump throughout the body.

2. The cell membranes of the antarctic fish are made up of unsaturated fatty acids chains. These adaptations of the cell membrane help the fish to survive at a lower temperature. It also helps in maintaining the transition phase of the liquid to the gel phase.

Thus, the correct option is Option C.

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