Taxonomy

Question 1

categorization of living organisms based upon their differences and similarities

Answer 1

taxonomy

Question 2

Bacteria and Archaea: single-celled, absorb their nutrients, –, and lack organelles

Answer 2

single loop of DNA

Question 3

Archaea have unique cell walls, ribosomes, and –

Answer 3

membrane lipids

Question 4

archaea are termed extremophiles due to their habitats such as –, thermal vents, and extreme salt concentrations

Answer 4

polar ice caps

Question 5

most archaea are – and none are known to be pathogens

Answer 5

anaerobes