Archaebacteria are special since they live in some of the most harsh habitats such as

Marshy areas

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All of the above.

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Hot springs

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Extreme salty areas

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The correct option is B All of the above.
Archaebacteria

Archaebacteria are the group of primitive bacteria that have special ability to tolerate extreme conditions such as high salt concentration and extreme heat. They have a different cell wall and cell membrane composition compared to true bacteria which makes it possible for them to survive in extreme conditions.

Methanogens are the group of archaebacteria that can live in marshy regions.

Thermophiles are the group of archaebacteria that can tolerate high temperatures and live in regions such as hot springs.

Halophiles are the archaebacteria that live in extremely salty regions.

Final answer: (d) All of the above

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