Explain domain archaea.
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for a description of the domain Archaea. This involves explaining what archaea are, their key characteristics, and their significance in biology.
Answer
Archaea are single-celled prokaryotes distinguished from bacteria, often thriving in extreme environments.
Archaea is a domain of single-celled organisms. They are prokaryotic, lacking a nucleus, and are distinct from bacteria. Many thrive in extreme environments. They are a diverse and abundant group.
Answer for screen readers
Archaea is a domain of single-celled organisms. They are prokaryotic, lacking a nucleus, and are distinct from bacteria. Many thrive in extreme environments. They are a diverse and abundant group.
More Information
Archaea were initially classified as bacteria, but differences in their genetics and biochemistry led to their classification in a separate domain.
Tips
A common mistake is thinking Archaea are just a type of bacteria, but they are distinct with unique characteristics.
Sources
- Archaea | Definition, Characteristics, & Examples - Britannica - britannica.com
- Archaea - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- 4.6: Archaea - Biology LibreTexts - bio.libretexts.org
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