Biology - Types of Prokaryotes 2

You are tasked with identifying what type of organism can live in solutions with high salinity concentrations. It is a(n):

• archaea

• bacterium

• Fungi

• plant

What is a major difference between bacteria and archaea?

• Archaea have a nucleus, while bacteria do not

• Archaea can survive in extreme environments, while bacteria cannot

• Archaea are microscopic, while bacteria are not

• Bacteria are larger than archaea

Using the phylogenetic tree, which domain are eukaryotes most related to.

• LUCA

• Archea

• Bacteria

• Extremophiles

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Which of the following foods is a natural source of probiotics?

• Hamburger

• yogurt

• white bread

• grapes

Fill in the table describing the positive and negative effects if prescribed a non-specific antibiotic for a throat infection. (1 pt each box)

• Describe the positive and negative effects of prescribing a non-specific antibiotic for a throat infection.

• List only the positive effects of prescribing a non-specific antibiotic for a throat infection.

• List only the negative effects of prescribing a non-specific antibiotic for a throat infection.

• Explain why there would be no alterations in effects when using a non-specific antibiotic for a throat infection.

Archaea are considered "extremophiles" because they can survive in extreme environments. Which of the following is an example of such an extreme environment where they live?

• Extremely high-temperature environments such as hydrothermal vents

• Moderate temperature freshwater lakes

• Temperate forest soils

• Urban city parks

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Bacteria help humans in everyday life by:

• Aiding digestion and producing vitamins

• Causing diseases

• Producing toxins and decomposing plastics

• None of these

Most nurses encourage and support new mothers to breastfeed their newborns over providing infant formula because breastfeeding offers significant health and immune benefits.

• Because it provides considerable health benefits.

• Because it is more affordable.

• Because it is easier to prepare.

• Because it leads to improved bonding only.