The Three Domains of Life -Bacteria-Archaea-Eukarya

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What year was the three-domain system developed?

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1990

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What is the main difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms?

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Prokaryotic organisms lack a nuclear membrane and membrane-bound organelles.

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Who developed the three-domain system?

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Carl Woese

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What are thermoacidophiles?

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Organisms that thrive in acidic environments and high temperatures, belonging to the Archaea domain.

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Which domain is characterized by multi-cellular organisms?

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Eukarya

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What are the three domains of life?

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Bacteria, Archaea, and Eukarya.

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What type of organisms are found in the Bacteria domain?

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Single-celled prokaryotic organisms.

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What distinguishes Archaea from Bacteria?

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Archaea have unique biochemistry and genetics, often thriving in extreme environments.

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What is a defining feature of Eukarya?

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Eukarya have cells with a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

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Can prokaryotic organisms be multicellular?

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No, prokaryotic organisms are always unicellular.