Question

In the aquatic environment of a cell, rapid polymer formation is possible because of

• A. Coacervates
• B. Enzymes and ATP
• C. Higher temperature than under abiotic conditions
• D. Higher salt concentration than under abiotic conditions

Answer 1

The correct option is A Coacervates

Complex coacervates have been used for direct complexation between bioactive molecules and polysaccharides micro- or nanoencapsulation of bioactive molecules or cells and surface coating of particles, due to their unique physicochemical characteristics that can be easily modulated by pH, ionic strength, charge density, and the stoichiometry of interacting molecules. However, these systems often require cytotoxic surfactants and/or expensive equipment.

So the correct answer is 'Coacervates'.