were the precursors of life on Earth.

Viruses

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Archaea

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Algae

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Fungi

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Solution

The correct option is B Archaea
Microbes were the first living organisms on Earth and came into existence around 3500 million years ago. During that time the conditions on Earth were very harsh and Archaea were one of the first life forms which survived in those extreme conditions.

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