Where Is Prokaryotic Life Found Around Hydrothermal Vents

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Multiple Choice

Where is prokaryotic life found around hydrothermal vents?

• A) It is found only at the base of the vents away from the high water temperature at the top of the vent.
• B) Prokaryotes are only found at the top of the vents where the water temperatures are high.
• C) Prokaryotes coat the inside and outside of the entire vent structure.
• D) Prokaryotes are found only where the pH is lower than 3.
• E) Prokaryotes are not found near hydrothermal vents.

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