A Prokaryote That Occupies a Habitat That Is Characterized by Extreme

question 55

Multiple Choice

A prokaryote that occupies a habitat that is characterized by extreme heat (above 50 degrees Celsius) is a(n)

• A) thermophile.
• B) basophile.
• C) hydrophile.
• D) acidophile.
• E) halophile.

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Definitions:

Abdomen

The part of the body between the chest and pelvis, containing most of the digestive system organs along with the liver and kidneys.

Half-moon

A crescent-shaped figure, often used to describe the visible white shape at the base of a human fingernail.

Erectile Tissue

Tissue in the body capable of becoming rigid and engorged with blood, primarily found in the penis and clitoris.

Clitoris

An erectile organ located at the anterior junction of the labia minora.