Archaebacteria which are seen at extremely high temperature and acidic pH are
A
Methanogens
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B
Thermoacidophiles
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C
Halophiles
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D
Ruminant symbionts
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Solution
The correct option is A Thermoacidophiles
A thermoacidophile are the organisms which are adapted to survive at high temperatures and acidic pH. Thermoacidophiles generally prefer the temperature range of about 70 - 80 o C and pH between 2 and 3. They are found in the hot springs and thermal vents.