27.4 Prokaryotes have radiated into a diverse set of lineages Flashcards
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What is the definition of: Extremophile
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An organism that lives in an extreme environment
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What is the definition of: Extreme halophile
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An organism that lives in a highly saline environment
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What is the definition of: Extreme thermophile
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An organism that lives in a high temperature environment
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What is the definition of: Methanogens
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Archaea that release methane as a by-product of their unique ways of obtaining energy
