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Estimating the exact number of prokaryote species is challenging due to their vast diversity and the difficulty in classifying them. Current estimates suggest there may be millions of prokaryotic species, with only a fraction formally described. Recent studies indicate that microbial diversity in environments like soil and oceans is much higher than previously thought, highlighting the potential for countless undiscovered species. As research techniques improve, particularly in metagenomics, our understanding of prokaryotic species continues to evolve.

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