Extremophiles Flashcard BWHS

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What does Tardigrades mean in Latin?

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Slow stepper

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What happens to a tardigrade when it dries out?

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It curls up into a ball-like structure known as a ‘tun’.

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In which Domain is the Tardigrade classified in Taxonomy?

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Eukarya because it has a nucleus.

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How long can a tardigrade survive ANHYDROBIOSIS?

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30 years.

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What is the process called that allows Tardigrades to survive extreme environmental stresses?

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Anhydrobiosis.

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What is the term for the ability of organisms to survive extreme cold?

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Cryobiosis.

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What is the significance of Tardigrades in extreme environments?

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They demonstrate resilience and adaptability to harsh conditions.

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What are the three main adaptations Tardigrades have for survival?

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Anhydrobiosis, Cryobiosis, and Osmosisbiosis.

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What is the primary characteristic that classifies Tardigrades as Eukarya?

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They have a nucleus.

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What is the habitat of Tardigrades?

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They can be found in mosses, lichens, and extreme environments.