All of the following are ways microorganisms adapt to limited nutrients except:
A)synthesize increased amount of enzymes for uptake and metabolism of limited nutrients
B)form metabolically active highly resistant endospores
C)synthesize enzymes needed to use a different nutrient source
D)adjust the rate at which they metabolize nutrients

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Endospore formation is not a mechanism for adapting to limited nutrients, but rather a survival strategy in response to harsh environmental conditions such as high temperatures, desiccation, or exposure to toxic chemicals. A, C, and D are valid ways microorganisms can adapt to limited nutrients by increasing their metabolic efficiency, switching to alternative carbon or energy sources, or adjusting their growth rate to match the available resources.

All of the Following Are Ways Microorganisms Adapt to Limited