Question

Which of the following organisms belong to kingdom Monera?
(1) Archaebacteria
(2) Eubacteria
(3) Cyanobacteria
(4) Protozoa

• A. 1, 3, 4
• B. 2, 3, 4
• C. 1, 2, 3
• D. 1, 2, 4

Answer 1

The correct option is C 1, 2, 3

$\bullet$ All prokaryotic organisms are placed under kingdom Monera. The kingdom is divided into three major groups- archaebacteria, eubacteria and cyanobacteria.
$\bullet$ Archaebacteria are found in hot springs and they are the ancient form of bacteria.
$\bullet$ Eubacteria are also called true bacteria. Streptococcus, Rhizobium and E.coli fall under this group.
$\bullet$ Cyanobacteria is also known as blue green algae and contains chlorophyll.