Archaebacteria

Why are Archaebacteria often referred to as "extremophiles"?

• Because Archaebacteria live in peaceful environments

• Because Archaebacteria are found in the deep ocean

• Because Archaebacteria is resentful to heat

• Because Archaebacteria live in harsh environments

Does Archaebacteria reproduce asexually or sexually?

• Asexually

• Sexually

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NGSS.MS-LS3-2

Can Archaebacteria species complete photosynthesis?

• False

• True

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

Can Archaebacteria produce spores?

• True

• False

Which is true about both the archaebacteria and eubacteria kingdoms? (Select ALL that apply)

• multicellular

• unicellular

• prokaryotic

• eukaryotic

• microscopic

What is the type of archaebacteria that lives in very salty environments, such as the Dead Sea.

• halophile

• thermophile

• methanogen

• saltogen

Which is NOT true about archaebacteria?

• Major groups are thermophiles, halophiles, and methanogens

• Unicellular

• Domain is archaea

• Very common; found all around

True of False: Bacteria (both archaebactria and eubacteria) are one-celled organisms, without a nucleus inside their cell.

• True

• False

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NGSS.MS-LS1-1

What is a unique characteristic of Archaebacteria cell walls?

• They contain peptidoglycan

• They lack peptidoglycan

• They are made of cellulose

• They are made of chitin

Which of the following environments is least likely to host Archaebacteria?

• Hot springs

• Salt flats

• Human skin

• Deep-sea hydrothermal vents