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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Archaea are different from other bacteria because they:
Options
A Live in normal environments
B Have chloroplasts
C Live in extreme environments
Correct Answer
D Cause disease only
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Archaea (formerly Archaebacteria) are a distinct domain of prokaryotes known for thriving in extreme environments, such as hot springs, salt lakes, and deep-sea vents. They also differ from bacteria in their cell wall composition and molecular machinery.

Hint

They are often called 'extremophiles'.

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