Some ____ are considered to be extremophiles

a. Eukarya
b. Archaea
c. Plantae
d. Animalia


ANS: B
Many Archaea are considered to be extremophiles. Extremophiles are able to withstand extreme
conditions including heat. They can be found near hydrothermal vents in the ocean, Information can be
found in the section Oceanic Life Is Classified by Evolutionary Heritage.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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